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… is used for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). This type of pacemaker is different from pacemakers used to treat … of your heart (the ventricles) aren't able to pump as much blood as your body needs. Sometimes, the ventricles also … more. Your heart's electrical system. You will likely have tests to check for heart rhythm problems. What are the …
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… surgeon gave you, you will feel better over time. Different types of surgery require different home care instructions. … the sex that matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in … it hurt when you breathe? This can be a warning sign of a blood clot in the lung, called a pulmonary embolism . Yes …
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… you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find trichomoniasis in women; testing for men … rubbers. Latex and polyurethane condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. …
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… may direct you to take a low dose of aspirin to prevent blood clots. This effect reduces the risk of stroke and … doctor may direct you to use aspirin in low doses as a "blood thinner" to prevent blood clots. Aspirin prevents … drug may rarely cause serious bleeding from the stomach/intestine or other areas of the body. If you notice any of the …
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… Carbidopa/Levodopa Gel - Intestinal On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects … Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa … increased sexual urges) This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell …
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… Neutropenia (say "noo-truh-PEE-nee-uh") means that your blood has too few white blood cells called neutrophils. White blood cells are an … cancers cause the body to make abnormal blood cells. Some types of infection. Low levels of vitamin B12 or folate . An …
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… cancer of the breast/ovaries, stroke, dementia, and serious blood clots. When used along with a progestin, estrogens … should be used at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest amount of time. Discuss the use of this medication with … It is absorbed through the skin and enters into the bloodstream. It is used by women to help reduce a certain …
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… This drug and similar medications may rarely cause serious blood problems (low numbers of platelets and red/white blood … problems liver problems Parkinson's disease a certain type of tumor (pheochromocytoma) seizures difficulty … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function, complete blood counts) may be …
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… at the insertion or removal site, or blockage of a blood vessel by the implant. Tell your doctor right away if … may also need to take a laxative. Ask your pharmacist which type of laxative is right for you. To reduce the risk of … disorders (such as confusion, depression) stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, constipation, diarrhea …
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… 2 Although your health professional may not offer an HIV test as part of your routine prenatal care, it's a good idea … the virus from multiplying. When the amount of HIV in the blood is minimized, the immune system has a chance to … the virus from multiplying. When the amount of HIV in the blood is minimized, the immune system has a chance to …
