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… tuberculosis). You should have a tuberculosis (TB) skin test before and during treatment with this medication. Also … people exposed to hepatitis B virus. Your doctor may order blood tests and watch for symptoms during treatment and for … back cuts or open sores cancer diabetes heart failure blood/bone marrow disorders history of cancer (such as …
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… Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Related … mount. A sample of discharge is checked for bacteria, white blood cells, and unusual cells called clue cells. These clue … mount. A sample of discharge is checked for bacteria, white blood cells, and unusual cells called clue cells. These clue …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery … discs from absorbing all the nutrients they need from the blood. This can make an injured disc more likely. Being … You have back pain along with pain during urination or blood in the urine. You have back pain that is worse when …
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… Information Overview HIV is present in the blood, semen, and vaginal fluids of a person who is infected … for. Wear disposable gloves if you may have contact with blood or body fluids from a person who is infected with HIV. … are caring for someone who is injecting medicine or must test his or her own blood (for diabetes). Do not put caps …
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… for breast cancer, your choices are: Get extra checkups and testing. Take medicines. Have surgery to remove both … are younger than 50, because it has side effects, such as blood clots in the lungs and legs, that increase with age. … . Both tamoxifen and raloxifene increase the risk for blood clots in veins and in the lungs . Have your breasts …
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… Asian descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this medication. If the blood test shows you are at greater risk, your doctor should …
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… the canister well before using. Follow the instructions for test sprays in the air if you are using a canister for the … have serious side effects. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results …
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… this medication. This medication may rarely make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. If you … speaking, seizures, or confusion) signs of stomach/intestinal bleeding (such as black/bloody stools, vomit that …
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… time. The dosage is based on your medical condition, lab tests, and response to treatment. Use this medication … effects, including: signs of low level of sodium in the blood (such as nausea that doesn't go away, extreme … marrow function, an effect that may lead to a low number of blood cells such as red cells, white cells, and platelets. …
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… if you have ever had hepatitis B. Your doctor should do a blood test for hepatitis B before starting treatment. Tell your … take your regular medications (such as drugs for high blood pressure) before your treatment. Side Effects See also …