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… pericardium . It protects the heart and parts of the major blood vessels connected to the heart. Normally, there is a … fluid is sent to a lab where it is measured and checked for blood, microorganisms (such as bacteria, fungi , or viruses), white blood cells , sugar (glucose), cancer cells, and other substances. …
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… of the eye that's usually white? This does not include a blood spot on the eye. Yes Redness in part of eye that's … a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Do you have diabetes or a weakened immune system? What weakens the … child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Diabetes or immune problem No Diabetes or immune problem Is …
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… 6 Your Summary Get the facts Your options Have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. Do not have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. This information is … False-positive results Often the PSA test can show high levels of PSA that aren't caused by cancer (called a …
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… Test Overview Mononucleosis tests are blood tests to look for antibodies that indicate … It Is Done The rapid mono test is done on a small sample of blood taken from your fingertip or from a vein. The Epstein-Barr antibody test is done on a blood sample taken from your vein. Blood test from a finger …
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… who have weak immune systems, the bacteria can infect the bloodstream, causing a severe and life-threatening illness. Symptoms include fever and chills, decreased blood pressure (septic shock), and blistering skin wounds. … Soda, fruit juices, and sports drinks have too much sugar and not enough of the important electrolytes that are …
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… the needle is changed, an insulin pen can carry bacteria or blood that can make another person sick. With a disposable … for storing and using the insulin. Diabetes in Children: Giving Insulin Shots to a Child Diabetes: Giving Yourself an Insulin Shot Gestational …
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… "hy-poh-kay-LEE-mee-uh") is a low level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is both an electrolyte and a mineral. It … will examine you and ask about your health. You will have a blood test to check on your potassium levels. How is hypokalemia treated? If your doctor …
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… can't be stopped. The wound is big enough to need stitches. Blood vessels, nerves, tendons , ligaments , joints, or … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial … plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral arterial disease, or …
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… signs include heart rate, respiration (breathing rate), blood pressure, and temperature. Knowing the ranges for … 1 to 3 years: 21–33 bpm 4 to 11 years: 17–25 bpm footnote 2 Blood pressure (systolic/diastolic) Systolic blood pressure is the upper number of a blood pressure …
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… doctor or pharmacist promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, … high pressure in the eye (glaucoma) heart problems high blood pressure liver disease seizures stomach/intestine … sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that …
