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Medical tests
… Test Overview Mononucleosis tests are blood tests to look for antibodies that indicate … test. This can detect different types of antibodies to help determine whether you were infected recently or … has been recent. EBV antibody testing is usually done when you have symptoms of infectious mononucleosis and a …
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… of West Nile virus? Most people infected with WNV will not get sick. A few people will have a mild to moderate illness … well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, which is from dusk to dawn … sure you and your clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird …
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… virus that is carried by mosquitoes. You're more likely to get this illness if you travel to parts of the world where … your symptoms and any recent travel. The doctor may order a blood test to confirm that you have chikungunya fever. How … to help protect yourself from mosquito bites, especially when you travel. Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts. …
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… their genitals). The chance of passing herpes is highest when there is an active outbreak (when sores or blisters, or … Symptoms vary from person-to-person and many people who do get symptoms may not realize that it’s caused by HSV. … (around the genitals, anus or mouth) or send you for a blood test. If the sores have already started to heal, a …
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… What is mitral valve prolapse? Your mitral valve controls blood flow on the left side of your heart. The valve opens … flow from your upper heart chamber to your lower chamber. When you have mitral valve prolapse (MVP), the valve closes … Manage other health problems, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. If you think you may have a …
Medications
… to use bimatoprost to treat glaucoma, be careful not to get this eyelash medication into your eyes. Getting extra … before the full benefits of using this medication are seen. When this medication is stopped, expect the appearance of … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: eye pressure problems (such as glaucoma) other eye problems …
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… cotton bandages around the eye. They could tear apart and get stuck in the eye. Keeping the eye closed may help reduce pain. Do not apply any pressure to the eye or the area around the eye. If blisters …
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… to determine the best way to take your dose, especially when changes to your dose are being considered or if your … withdrawal symptoms (such as anxiety, tremor, increased blood pressure/heart rate/muscle tenseness). To help prevent …
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… parents or caregivers, you make many decisions every day to help keep your baby healthy and safe. When it comes to sleep, your baby’s sleep environment is … also cause hip problems. In addition, swaddled babies can get stuck on their stomachs and be unable to move into a …
Medications
… Nilotinib should not be used in people with low blood levels of certain minerals (potassium, magnesium) or a … The EKG should be repeated 7 days after your first dose, when your dose is changed, and periodically while you are … artery disease, chest pain, heart attack) high blood pressure high cholesterol diabetes stroke (including …
