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… with sexual stimulation, tadalafil works by increasing blood flow to the penis to help a man get and keep an … conditions that may increase the risk of priapism (such as sickle cell anemia, leukemia, multiple myeloma) eye problems (such …
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… Information Overview A hemorrhagic stroke develops when a blood vessel (artery) in the brain leaks or bursts … strokes are not as common as strokes caused by a blood clot ( ischemic strokes ). How is a hemorrhagic stroke … in the brain, and stabilize vital signs, especially blood pressure. To stop the bleeding, you may be given …
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… What is dengue fever? Dengue (say "DEN-gay") fever is a disease caused by a virus that is carried by mosquitoes. … red spots. Bleeding from the nose, mouth, or gums. Vomiting blood. Stools that look like black tar. Severe belly pain. … your symptoms and any recent travel. The doctor may order a blood test to confirm whether you have dengue fever. How is …
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… in areas not well-covered by hair. It can destroy skin cells and tissues and, in some cases, spread (metastasize) … sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that suppress the … children are: Diseases such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and congenital heart disease. Steroid …
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… What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer happens when cells that aren't normal grow in your colon. These cells … it has started to spread. The most common symptoms include blood in your stools and very dark stools. You may have more … removed from your colon. Ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. Inherited a gene change that increases your risk …
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… for everyone involved in your care to read Umbilical cord blood collection The blood from an umbilical cord contains stem cells, which can be used to treat a wide variety of …
Medical tests
… (hCG) test is done to check for the hormone hCG in blood or urine. Some hCG tests measure the exact amount. … used to see if a woman is pregnant. HCG can be found in the blood before the first missed menstrual period. This can be … that come from an egg or sperm. (These are called germ cell tumours.) HCG levels are often tested in a woman who …
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… examination. Your doctor may order a chest X-ray and blood tests. This is usually enough for your doctor to know … removed or do not have a working spleen (such as with sickle cell disease). Have an alcohol use problem. Have a weak …
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… care decisions that are important to many health problems. Blood Transfusions: Should I Bank Blood Before Surgery? Before Surgery You will have an …
Medical tests
… Test Overview Hemochromatosis gene (HFE) testing is a blood test used to check for hereditary hemochromatosis, an … family member—parent, brother, sister, or child—with this disease. This test might be done if you have high iron … or scrapes the inside of your cheek to get a sample of cells. Blood test A health professional uses a needle to …