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… a better view of the fundus, even if the lens is clouded by cataracts . Why It Is Done Ophthalmoscopy is done to: Find problems or diseases of the eye, such as retina problems. Help find … by diseases such as high blood pressure or diabetes . Cataracts are found. Dilated Eye …
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… normal for you. Low values Low values may be caused by: A disease that interferes with the intestine's ability to … absorb nutrients (malabsorption syndrome), such as celiac disease , Crohn's disease , or Whipple's disease . Inflammation of the lining …
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… risk factors such as: early delivery or pregnancy complications linked to infection, such as premature rupture of … necessary. The condition usually goes away without medication. When you have symptoms, your health care provider … into the fallopian tubes and cause Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a more serious illness. For more information …
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… vegetables and fruit to reduce the risk of heart and other diseases that may affect brain activity For more … your risk of Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, which are associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease Increase blood flow to your brain, bringing oxygen …
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… and Safe Food Handling Citations Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2010, updated 2011). Keeping … ps://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/… . Accessed February 3, 2017. Current as of: … ps://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/… . Accessed February 3, 2017. This information does …
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… the heart muscle. It's most often caused by coronary artery disease (sometimes called heart disease). Coronary artery … doctor if it is right for you. In cardiac rehab, you get education and support that help you make new, healthy habits. … doctor if it is right for you. In cardiac rehab, you get education and support that help you make new, healthy habits. …
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… in many people who have asthma. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the abnormal backflow, or reflux, of … Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Current as of: November 14, 2022 … in many people who have asthma. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the abnormal backflow, or reflux, of …
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… deficiencies of zinc or vitamin B12 . Injury. Certain diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, Bell's palsy, hepatitis, Sjögren's syndrome, and … deficiencies of zinc or vitamin B12 . Injury. Certain diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, Bell's palsy, …
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… enzymes . High or low levels may mean that liver damage or disease is present. The liver serves several important … order a liver function panel if you have symptoms of liver disease. These symptoms include fever, vomiting, abdominal … enzymes . High or low levels may mean that liver damage or disease is present. The liver serves several important …
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… . High cholesterol and triglycerides . Coronary artery disease (CAD) . Stroke . Sleep apnea. Arthritis . In some … Medicine Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise … & Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator This information does not replace the advice of a …
