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Medications
… is used to treat a certain type of cancer (peripheral T-Cell lymphoma-PTCL). Pralatrexate works by slowing or … signs of kidney problems (such as painful urination, pink/bloody urine, change in the amount of urine) muscle … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease liver problems Pralatrexate can make you more likely …
Medications
… antibody. It works by attaching to the HER2 cancer cells and blocking them from dividing and growing. It may … treatments (including radiation therapy to the chest) heart disease high blood pressure previous severe reaction to monoclonal …
Health topics
… Last updated January 29, 2025 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic disease that causes shortness of breath, fatigue and … Canadian guidelines recommend. Physical activity and lung disease Current Canadian guidelines recommend doing light- …
Medical tests
… to see on the CT pictures. The dye may be used to check blood flow and look for tumours, areas of inflammation , or … eyes or foreign objects in the eye. Look for problems or diseases of the air-filled cavities in the bones around the … after the test. Throw it out. There is a risk of damage to cells or tissue from being exposed to radiation, including …
Medical tests
… taken at timed intervals. IVP is commonly done to identify diseases of the urinary tract, such as kidney stones , … pyelogram (CT/IVP) is usually done to look for the cause of blood in the urine. Why It Is Done An IVP is done to: … that it be readjusted. Risks There is a risk of damage to cells or tissue from being exposed to radiation, including …
Medications
… for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications … toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or … others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as viral load, T-cell counts, liver function, cholesterol/triglyceride …
Health topics
… is a substance similar to a vitamin. It is found in every cell of the body. Your body makes CoQ10, and your cells use … fatigue. Taking CoQ10 can reduce the body's response to the blood thinner (anticoagulant) medicine warfarin. The Natural … fatigue. Taking CoQ10 can reduce the body's response to the blood thinner (anticoagulant) medicine warfarin. The Natural …
Medications
… MS but it is thought to help by preventing immune system cells (lymphocytes) from attacking the nerves in your brain … spinal cord. It helps decrease the number of episodes of disease worsening (relapses) and may prevent or delay … your doctor will do medical/lab tests (such as complete blood count, liver function tests, blood pressure, EKG, …
Medications
… MS but it is thought to help by preventing immune system cells (lymphocytes) from attacking the nerves in your brain … doctor will do medical/laboratory tests (such as complete blood count, blood pressure, EKG, pulse, eye exam) to … are high. This medication may rarely cause serious liver disease. Tell your doctor right away if you have any …
Medications
… fatal) allergic reaction. Your doctor should order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this … for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications … others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as viral load, T-cell counts, blood tests, liver/kidney function) should be …
