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… everything from how your heart works to symptoms of heart disease. General Cardiac Output Electrical System of the … Them? How the Heart Works Arterial Problems Carotid Artery Disease Carotid Artery Stenting Deep Vein Thrombosis Giant … Intermittent Claudication Ischemia Peripheral Arterial Disease and Exercise Peripheral Arterial Disease Peripheral …
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… into your esophagus. This is called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. The doctor can use the scope to take a … (Crohn's disease). Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) . Celiac disease . A narrowing (stricture) of the esophagus. … (Crohn's disease). Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) . Celiac disease . A narrowing (stricture) of the esophagus. …
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… and treatment: Anemia during pregnancy Anemia of chronic disease You may be more likely to have anemia if you have a chronic disease such as kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease or …
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… be done safely. In rare cases, animals can spread serious diseases to people. Which diseases are commonly spread from animals to people? While disease is rare and usually mild, severe disease can occur. …
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… iron well in your body. This problem may occur if you have celiac disease or if you've had part of your stomach or small … iron well in your body. This problem may occur if you have celiac disease or if you've had part of your stomach or …
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… Center Learn about COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) If you have COPD, you know how scary it can be to … information here. Our topics will teach you about the disease and give you some tips on breathing easier. Get the … Chronic Conditions COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) COPD Action Plan COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) …
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… and Prepare for the Worst Health Threats in Your Community Disease Transmission from Humans, Animals, and Insects Get … for the Worst Earthquakes, slides, pandemic flu and other disease outbreaks, and accidents or exposures involving … into the air, for instance. If bacteria or viruses causing diseases such as anthrax , pneumonic plague, smallpox , or …
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… that infects human white blood cells. It can cause disease of the nervous system or leukemia. Is this a new disease? No. This disease was first described in 1980 and has been identified …
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… illnesses? Making a decision to seek care Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can I prevent … on safe and accurate temperature taking Common lung disease and respiratory conditions Learn information about common lung disease and respiratory conditions by visiting our Lung and …
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… to build protection from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help … in detail. Is it safer to get immunized than to get the disease? Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from …
