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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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… points to remember Uterine fibroid embolization (or uterine artery embolization) shrinks or destroys a fibroid by … a catheter into a blood vessel in your upper thigh (femoral artery). Then the doctor injects a substance called contrast … have other health problems , such as severe lung or liver disease, that make it risky for you to have surgery or use …
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… arteries (such as bypass surgery, carotid endarterectomy, coronary stent), your doctor may direct you to use aspirin … doctor or pharmacist before using this medication: kidney disease liver disease diabetes stomach problems (such as … arteries (such as bypass surgery, carotid endarterectomy, coronary stent), your doctor may direct you to use aspirin …
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… blood cells ( anemia ). Problems with the heart, such as coronary artery disease or heart failure . Metabolic disorders, such as …
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… and infection. If you have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease , peripheral neuropathy , or other conditions that … and infection. If you have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease , peripheral neuropathy , or other conditions that …
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… embolism is the sudden blockage of a major blood vessel (artery) in the lung, usually by a blood clot . In most … What causes it? Pulmonary embolism is caused by a blocked artery in the lungs. The most common cause of such a … certain health problems. These include cancer, blood vessel disease, or an inherited clotting disorder. Smoking. …
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… exposure, exposure to high altitude, peripheral arterial disease , or shock . Brown streaks occur normally in … It is also caused by medical problems such as chronic lung disease or cancer. Nails can also become yellow from smoking … exposure, exposure to high altitude, peripheral arterial disease , or shock . Brown streaks occur normally in …
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… partner may also need to be evaluated and treated. Certain diseases may increase your risk of a serious infection. People with diabetes , peripheral arterial disease , or an impaired immune system may require medical … partner may also need to be evaluated and treated. Certain diseases may increase your risk of a serious infection. …
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… of: blood circulation problems (such as Raynaud's disease) certain mental/mood conditions (such as severe … heart problems (including irregular heartbeat/rhythm, coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, problems with …
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… with diabetes, may increase your risk for developing heart disease. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with … cell count difficulty swallowing heart disease (such as coronary artery disease, irregular heartbeat) diabetes (including …
