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… up to 50% of travellers who visit developing countries may get traveller's diarrhea. You may be at increased risk of … may include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, fever or blood in stools. Symptoms can begin suddenly and usually … by sewage or animal manure can also be a source of disease when it is used for food preparation, drinking, swimming or …
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… becoming a healthier person. Keep these key points in mind: When you're trying to develop new habits—whether it's … For example, your long-term goal may be to: Lower your blood pressure and/or cholesterol. Reach a healthy weight for your …
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… plan to harm themself or someone else, call 9-1-1 Where to get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week If you or someone you … for more information. Consider saving these numbers in your phone. Other things you can do Consider your …
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… is surgery to treat coronary artery disease. It helps blood make a detour, or bypass, around one or more narrowed … to bypass the narrowed or blocked parts of your arteries. When the blood vessels are in place, the doctor will restart … A thin tube in a blood vessel in your arm to measure blood pressure. Several thin wires coming out of your chest. These …
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… Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care … symptoms. But if the disease isn't treated, vision loss may get worse. It can lead to total blindness over time. There … cause of glaucoma isn't known. Experts think that increased pressure in the eye ( intraocular pressure ) may cause the …
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… The skin can develop rashes and sores, especially pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). These … are caused by constant pressure, which can limit the blood supply to the skin. Skin also can be damaged by sweat, … caring for by checking it every day and by being careful when cleaning it. Checking the skin for problems Check the …
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… or even get better. Most people have hip replacement only when they can no longer control pain with medicine and other … any major surgery, there is always a small chance of a blood clot or a heart attack. With total hip replacement, … are allergic to certain metals, tell your doctor. What do numbers tell us about the benefits and risks of hip …
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… On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … muscles and tissues that hold your pelvic organs in place get weak or damaged. Pelvic organ prolapse is common. It … symptoms? You may not have any symptoms. Or you may feel pressure from pelvic organs pressing against the vaginal …
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… symptoms. Have a non-surgical procedure that cuts off the blood flow to hemorrhoids. This works only for internal … a stool softener, and use ointments to help your symptoms. When home treatments don't work on internal hemorrhoids, … don't cause pain. But they can itch, cause a feeling of pressure, and make it hard to clean around the anus. They …
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… On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment … or discs that support the spine; a vertebra fracture; pressure on the spinal nerves from problems such as a … ways to treat your pain. Don't smoke. Smoking decreases blood flow and slows healing. If you need help quitting, …
