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… you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … is sexually transmitted, sexual partners should be tested and treated. It takes time for the infection to clear … partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly tested for STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Some …
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… In some cases, you may need a chest X-ray or other tests. These tests are to make sure that you don't have pneumonia, … bronchitis for a few weeks and aren't getting better. More testing also may be needed for babies, older adults, and …
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… for cancer cells. If cancer is found, you'll have more tests to see if the cancer has spread. Cancer cells from the biopsy will be tested to find out more about the cancer. For example, tests can show if the cancer cells have receptors for …
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… people who need treatment right away for severely limited blood flow to a leg or foot. Key points to remember Your … blockage of arteries in your arms and legs. It causes poor blood flow. When you walk or exercise, your leg muscles don't get enough blood. This may cause symptoms, such as leg pain during …
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… been damaged, it may not be able to filter poisons from the bloodstream, especially substances in the blood produced by bacteria in the large intestine. As a result, these substances (which include …
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… injuries include: Bruises from a tear or rupture of small blood vessels under the skin. Injuries to ligaments . These … the sex that matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in … sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that suppress the …
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… tendons , and ligaments . The shoulder joint has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body. Because of … may occur soon after the injury. Sometimes nerves or blood vessels may be injured or pinched during the injury. … include: Bruises ( contusions ). They occur when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, often from a …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Related … a physical examination. You probably won't need any other tests if you have acute sinusitis. But you may need more tests if treatment doesn't help, if you have chronic …
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… provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function, potassium blood levels) should be done while you are using this … Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function, potassium blood levels) should be done while you are using this …
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… a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) in the blood. Icosapent ethyl is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, a … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as cholesterol/triglyceride levels) should be … a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) in the blood. Icosapent ethyl is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, a …
