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… left untreated, it can progress to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C … liver disease. This can lead to scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, liver failure, … their infant, unless the nipple or areola is cracked or bleeding. How can I prevent getting or passing HCV? There is …
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… virus may develop a chronic infection that can lead to cirrhosis . The damage that results increases the risk of … You may develop liver cancer even if you do not have cirrhosis. But most people who have HBV and liver cancer also have cirrhosis. Receiving antiviral therapy to treat chronic HBV …
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… periods. What are the symptoms? Pain and heavy menstrual bleeding are the most common symptoms of uterine fibroids. … levels drop, fibroids usually shrink and don't come back. Complications of uterine fibroids Complications of uterine fibroids aren't common. Some of the …
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… Life After a Heart Attack Medicines Surgery Treatment for Complications End-of-Life Decisions … isn't right for everyone, because it can cause serious bleeding. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise … to start treatment before you get to the hospital. If any complications occur along the way, ambulance staff are …
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… the buildup of toxin in the blood or tissues ( sepsis ). A bleeding or clotting disorder , such as hemophilia , von … diseases, such as lupus . Liver disease, such as cirrhosis . Some types of cancer, such as Hodgkin lymphoma , … diseases, such as lupus . Liver disease, such as cirrhosis . Some types of cancer, such as Hodgkin lymphoma , …
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… ulcers sometimes come back. They may cause problems like bleeding or perforation. That's why it's important to treat an ulcer, even if you don't have any symptoms. Complications A peptic ulcer may cause problems such as: … if your ulcer doesn't heal, or if you have life-threatening complications, you may need surgery. Ignoring symptoms of an …
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… Almost everyone will have some rectal itching, pain, or bleeding at some time. These problems are often minor. They … insertion, anal intercourse, or abuse . Diseases, such as cirrhosis of the liver , diabetes, lymphoma , Crohn's … insertion, anal intercourse, or abuse . Diseases, such as cirrhosis of the liver , diabetes, lymphoma , Crohn's …
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… to clot. A prothrombin time test can be used to check for bleeding problems. PT is also used to check whether medicine … can also mean a lack of vitamin K; liver disease, such as cirrhosis ; or that a liver injury has occurred. A … can also mean a lack of vitamin K; liver disease, such as cirrhosis ; or that a liver injury has occurred. A …
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… is safe for your baby if your nipples aren’t cracked or bleeding Do not share equipment used for snorting, smoking … infection may lead to scarring of the liver, called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can lead to liver failure and cancer in a small …
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… children and adults who have weakened immune systems. Complications from measles include pneumonia, which is an … immune. Mumps is generally a mild disease. However, complications, including encephalitis, are more common in … cause serious disease, including permanent liver damage (cirrhosis). Hepatitis B is also the main cause of liver …
