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… are greater than the benefits. How Well It Works Several tests can help your doctor and you see how well a lung … work. These tests include lung function tests , arterial blood gas tests , and exercise capacity. A lung transplant … work. These tests include lung function tests , arterial blood gas tests , and exercise capacity. A lung transplant …
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… 11 years and younger. Health Gateway provides access to: Blood test and other lab test results Most types of diagnostic / medical imaging …
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… This medication is used to treat anemia caused by certain blood and bone marrow disorders (such as beta thalassemia, … conditions, your body does not make enough healthy red blood cells. This medication is thought to work by … plan to become pregnant. Your doctor may order a pregnancy test before starting treatment with this medication. You …
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… it will be a huge help to your family. Decide about banking blood. If you are going to have surgery and expect to need a blood transfusion , you may want to bank your own blood a … rings. Not only can these things get in the way of some tests and treatments, they can also be places where germs …
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… may decrease your risk. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results … seizures, or confusion) signs of serious stomach/intestinal problems (such as severe stomach/abdominal pain, …
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… problems (such as change in the amount of urine, painful/bloody urination) signs of liver disease (such as … descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this …
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… doctor right away. Uses This product is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and … you are using. This product may interfere with certain lab tests (such as parathyroid function), possibly causing false …
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… health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, but tests will not be performed just to see if you have been … care provider can test for Cryptococcus infection in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment …
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… needs. Warning This medication has caused very serious blood clots (such as heart attack, stroke, pulmonary … deep vein thrombosis-DVT). You may be at increased risk for blood clots if you have a history of blood clots, … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as clotting time tests, factor VII activity) …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Getting Support Medicines … of breath, or wheezing . Coughs up mucus that contains blood. Doesn't gain or stay at the same weight. Has smelly, … screening. This checks levels of a digestive enzyme from a blood sample. Some newborns may also have a genetic test. …
