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… Tony's Story: Taking Medicine for High Cholesterol On this page: Tony's Story Related Information Tony's Story Tony has done well with … my doctor said that I needed to take my medicine again to lower my risk. And he couldn't stress enough that staying …
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… Low-Lying Placenta Versus Placenta Previa On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A placenta is normally attached … without covering the opening of the cervix . It is not a high-risk condition. It often gets better on its own as the …
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… Diabetes: Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview Related Information Overview For some people, diabetes can … things can lead to a heart attack or stroke. These include high blood sugar, insulin resistance, high cholesterol, and …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated May 25, 2023 HealthLink BC … Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high …
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… Eye Problems and Blood in the Eye On this page: Overview Overview Sometimes … is bleeding into the eye, do not take aspirin, aspirin-related products, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs … is bleeding into the eye, do not take aspirin, aspirin-related products, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
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… Low Back Pain: Should I Have an MRI? Decision Point You may … of low back pain are caused by serious disease or nerve-related problems. Imaging, including MRI, is helpful for … . You have had osteoporosis for a long time or you have diabetes. Your body's defence system (immune system) is not …
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… the heat from a laser to seal or destroy abnormal, leaking blood vessels in the retina . One of two approaches may be … photocoagulation. Scatter treatment is used to slow the growth of new abnormal blood vessels that have … a day or two after the treatment. Be sure to keep all follow-up appointments with your doctor and report any changes …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth and Gums On this page: Overview Related Information Overview When you have diabetes, … and gums are both important. When blood sugar levels are high, there's a greater risk for: Gum (periodontal) disease. …
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… Type 1 Diabetes in Children: Caring for Your Child On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong … telling their parents or other adults. This can lead to high blood sugar levels and hospitalizations. Make it clear …
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… Low Back Pain: Exercises to Reduce Pain Actionset Overview Low back pain is very common among adults and is often … or repeated back pain is not surprising or dangerous. Most low back pain can get better if you stay active, avoid …
