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… into your esophagus. This is called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. The doctor can use the scope to take a … your teeth from the endoscope (scope). Then the lubricated tip of the scope will be guided into your mouth. Your … be able to talk during the procedure, you can still communicate. The suction machine that's used to remove secretions …
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… This is a painful condition that can cause several complications, including blockage of a blood vessel. Walking is an … a result of your surgery, many people with coronary artery disease (CAD) can work their way back up to normal activity … This is a painful condition that can cause several complications, including blockage of a blood vessel. Walking is an …
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… Genetic disorders, such as Down syndrome and trisomy 18 . Diseases passed in a family, such as Tay-Sachs , sickle cell … of chorionic villus cells by putting a thin flexible tube (catheter) into your uterus through your vagina or by putting … of chorionic villus cells by putting a thin flexible tube (catheter) into your uterus through your vagina or by putting …
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… jobs, sports and activities, getting older, or having a disease such as osteoporosis or arthritis increase your … and the knee forcefully hitting an object. Kneecap dislocation . This type of injury occurs more often in active … of bone or tissue (loose bodies) from a fracture or dislocation. They may get caught in the joint and interfere with …
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… as heart attack, stroke, and heart, eye, nerve, and kidney disease. Some doctors may use medicine to control blood … and for stroke. For more information on these complications, see the topic Type 2 Diabetes . One Man's Story: … Expert Committee, et al. (2018). Definition, classification and diagnosis of diabetes, prediabetes and metabolic …
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… and winter. Wash your hands often to protect yourself from catching and spreading a cold or the flu. You can lower your risk of catching the flu by getting the flu vaccine every year. If … flu, try to stay away from others to avoid spreading the disease. To learn more about the flu and the flu vaccines, …
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… severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose increase, or if you take the wrong dose/strength. Taking this medication with alcohol or other drugs that can cause drowsiness … ileus, infectious diarrhea, colitis, blockage) kidney disease liver disease bleeding/blood-clotting disorders …
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… music. Other serious medical problems, such as Ménière's disease or an acoustic neuroma . A skin reaction … or take medicine that weakens your immune system ? Yes Disease or medicine that causes immune system problems No Disease or medicine that causes immune system problems Do …
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… have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer attention to certain … off infection and illness. Some examples in adults are: Diseases such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and HIV/AIDS. Long-term alcohol and drug problems. …
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… checked right away to avoid problems. If you use a urinary catheter to drain your bladder, your doctor will give you … diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial disease, or any surgical hardware in the area? "Hardware" … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune …
