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… It's like amphetamine, which doctors use to treat sleep problems (narcolepsy), attention deficit hyperactivity … it repeatedly (binge) and then crash afterward. In small doses, methamphetamine can increase wakefulness and physical … it can permanently damage blood vessels in the brain, causing a stroke. People who use methamphetamine may become …
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… have it in other blood vessels throughout your body. What problems can it cause? Atherosclerosis can cause or increase the risk of other health problems. These include: Coronary artery disease . … in other parts of the body, such as the pelvis and legs, causing poor circulation. Abdominal aortic aneurysm . …
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… Overview Sleep apnea occurs when you regularly stop breathing for 10 seconds or longer during sleep. It can be … severe, based on the number of times an hour that you stop breathing (apnea) or that airflow to your lungs is reduced … television or reading. These symptoms may cause only minor problems at work or while spending time with friends or …
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… repair is recommended for inguinal hernias that are causing pain or other symptoms. It's also recommended for … dioxide used to inflate the belly may interfere with their breathing. Are pregnant. Are extremely obese. Laparoscopic … after surgery. Take a blood thinner. Have severe urinary problems, such as those caused by an enlarged prostate gland …
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… or inflammation or can happen after eye surgery. What problems can happen when you have PVD? Posterior vitreous … as a normal part of aging usually does not cause any problems. But if the vitreous gel is strongly attached to … or inflammation or can happen after eye surgery. What problems can happen when you have PVD? Posterior vitreous …
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… called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should … child has had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of Hib vaccine or to any part of the vaccine. There is … A child with this infection may have severe difficulty breathing and may need an emergency operation to help …
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… for your lungs to fill up with air. The muscles used for breathing pull on the ribs, so breathing may be very painful when you have a fractured rib. … Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Test Chest Problems Chest X-Ray Dealing With Emergencies Lung Function …
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… Over time, ALS also causes: Muscle twitching. Trouble using your hands and fingers to do tasks. Problems with speaking, swallowing, eating, walking, and breathing. Problems with memory and thinking. Changes in …
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… When you first start taking metformin or take a larger dose, you may feel sick to your stomach or have diarrhea for … can be a problem or can be serious. If you're having problems with side effects, talk to your doctor. Your doctor … check the information that came with the medicine you're using. If you have questions, talk to your pharmacist or …
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… from spreading it to those who are at risk for more serious problems. With good care, most people recover from whooping … A mild cough. Apnea in babies. This is a slight pause in breathing. Later-stage symptoms happen after 1 or 2 weeks … it easier for the baby to get extra care, such as help with breathing. How can you care for yourself at home? Take your …