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… for magnesium is done to: Find a cause for nerve and muscle problems, such as muscle twitches, irritability, and muscle … speech. Monitor kidney function. Find the cause of heart problems or trouble breathing, especially in people who have … medicines, such as diuretics . See if people who have heart problems need extra magnesium. Low magnesium levels can …
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… Chronic Pelvic Pain Female Genital Problems and Injuries Female Sexual Problems Menopause and Perimenopause Current as of: … Chronic Pelvic Pain Female Genital Problems and Injuries Female Sexual Problems Menopause and …
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… pregnant woman can help see whether the baby may have such problems as spina bifida and anencephaly . An AFP test can … done as part of a screening test to find other chromosomal problems, such as Down syndrome (trisomy 21) or Edwards … doctor estimate the chance that the baby may have certain problems or birth defects. Screening tests are used to see …
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… In children, too much lead in the body can cause lasting problems with growth and development. These can affect … It can also cause high blood pressure and other health problems. Although it isn't normal to have lead in your … may be smaller than other kids the same age. Behaviour problems, such as acting angry, moody, or hyperactive. …
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… of surgery? Risks of surgery to fix a spinal curve include: Problems that can happen with back surgery, such as nerve damage, lung problems, or spinal cord damage. No more growth in the fused … that a child may be slightly less tall than without fusion. Problems that can happen in any surgery, such as blood clots …
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… symptoms of acute bronchitis if you have no other health problems. Most cases of acute bronchitis go away in 2 to 3 … from acute bronchitis in people who have other problems, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), other long-term breathing problems (such as asthma or cystic fibrosis), or heart …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview The cause of abdominal problems, or belly problems, can be hard to find. Sometimes minor and serious belly problems start with the same symptoms. The good news is that …
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… supplements are sometimes used to treat jet lag or sleep problems (insomnia). Scientists are also looking at other … for people who work night shifts. Prevent or reduce problems with sleeping and confusion after surgery. Reduce … Insomnia Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November …
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… or nurse checks to make sure that you're not having any problems before you go home. Why It Is Done TIPS is used to … help or while you are waiting for a liver transplant. Risks Problems from a TIPS procedure may include: Encephalopathy. … The toxins build up in the bloodstream and cause problems in your brain. Problems with the stent, such as …