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… disease and illness Manage health conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes Healthy eating … drink enough fluid to keep your bowel movements soft. A type of fibre called soluble fibre can help manage blood sugar (glucose) and help lower blood cholesterol. …
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… sickle cell disease can sometimes have vision problems. Blood cells that change shape, or "sickle," can get trapped in blood vessels, blocking the blood flow. When this blockage … often occurs in people who have hemoglobin SC disease, a type of sickle cell disease. In the worst cases, the retina …
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… used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain types of heart rhythm problems (such as a slow heartbeat, … and share the results with your doctor. Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function) may be done while you are …
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… page: Overview Preparing for Your Appointment Asking About Tests and Treatments After Your Appointment Related … tests were done by a different doctor. Learn more Different types of appointments Appointment for a New Problem First … tests were done by a different doctor. Learn more Different types of appointments Appointment for a New Problem First …
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… acids, found in fish, many nuts and seeds, and other foods. Blood flow to the brain provides the essential energy, … needs to function. Narrowing of the arteries can restrict blood flow and reduce our brain's ability to function … Help maintain a healthy body weight, and lower your risk of Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, …
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… health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic … response to treatment. Before each cycle, you should have blood tests to find the best dose for you and to see whether you …
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… health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as multiple myeloma, mantle cell … dosage is based on your body size, medical condition, lab tests, and response to treatment. To prevent dehydration, it … signs of kidney problems (such as painful urination, pink/bloody urine, change in the amount of urine) muscle …
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… First the doctor will put a thin, flexible tube into a blood vessel in the upper thigh. The tube is called a … the catheter. It prevents your fibroids from getting blood. Without blood, the fibroids shrink or die. The … is used to shrink or destroy uterine fibroids. It is one type of treatment used in people who don't want to treat …
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… and the elderly. Why It Is Used Chromium helps to move blood sugar (glucose) from the bloodstream into the cells to be used as energy and to turn … proteins into energy. Chromium may help some people with type 2 diabetes. It may help them control their blood sugar …
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… with it being more common as we get older. There are many types of cardiovascular disease including coronary artery disease, heart failure and high blood pressure, which is the most common. Each of these can … is safe and can improve: The health of your heart and blood vessels Physical fitness and function Quality of life …
