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… at any age. But they are more common as you get older, when you are more likely to have other health problems. … problems may be caused by physical problems, related to the blood vessels, nerves, or hormones. Or they may be caused by … such as low testosterone levels, diabetes, or high blood pressure. Surgery, such as for prostate cancer, may cause …
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… What is an allergic reaction? An allergic reaction is when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … symptoms include difficultly breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxsis can include any of the …
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… and community. Help prevent problems like falls or a blood clot in a vein (deep vein thrombosis). In stroke … or muscle stiffness or spasms. You may not be able to feel when something touches an affected body part. You may feel … These include atrial fibrillation, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Taking your medicines …
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… Nausea is a sick feeling in the pit of your stomach. When you are nauseated, you may feel weak and sweaty. You … week No Abdominal injury within past week Have you vomited blood or what looks like coffee grounds? If there is only a … is. Symptoms of a heart attack may include: Chest pain or pressure, or a strange feeling in the chest. Sweating. …
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… Tips On this page: Overview Overview When you first get your cast A cast protects a broken bone … and cause pain. Too much swelling inside the cast can cause pressure that can harm you. To help reduce swelling: Prop up … wiggle them every now and then. This helps move the blood and fluids in the injured limb. Take non-steroidal …
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… and being less active than usual. Coughing, especially when lying down. Fever. Lower respiratory system The lower … No Vomiting after coughing spasm Is your baby coughing up blood? Yes Coughing up blood No Coughing up blood Is your … certain health problems, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, diabetes, or an overactive thyroid. …
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… symptoms from peripheral arterial disease, such as leg pain when they exercise. This decision aid is not for people who need treatment right away for severely limited blood flow to a leg or foot. Key points to remember Your … hill or a flight of stairs. High cholesterol, high blood pressure, and smoking add to plaque buildup and PAD. How is …
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… out ultraviolet (UV) light. These burns are most likely when the sun reflects off snow or water. Eyes that aren't … is still there, do not try to remove it, and do not put any pressure on or around it. Yes Object punctured or penetrated … of the eye that's usually white? This does not include a blood spot on the eye. Yes Redness in part of eye that's …
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… you're bleeding after you remove the needle, apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding. Clean the wound with soap and … A doctor will help remove the needle. What if I see blood in the syringe? If you see blood in the syringe, it … new spot. What about infections? To help prevent infection when giving yourself a shot, always wash your hands, clean …
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… What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) in a deep vein, usually in the legs. … red. The calf or thigh may ache or feel tender. Pain may get worse and last longer or become constant. If a blood