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… Risk When You Are BRCA-Positive On this page: Overview Related Information Overview BRCA1 and BRCA2 are … likely. The results of the study are shown in the tables below. The study also looked at having the surgeries at … (BRCA) Gene Test Breast Cancer: What Should I Do if I'm at High Risk? Ovarian Cancer Ovarian Cancer: Should I Have My …
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… during a healthy pregnancy is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're pregnant because your body is … is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're pregnant because your body is …
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… Post-Polio Syndrome On this page: Related Information What is post-polio … many years. Post-polio syndrome usually progresses very slowly. Only people who have had polio can get post-polio … are sometimes ignored or considered part of "normal aging." Related Information Depression Difficulty Swallowing …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Related Information What is benign … severe BPH in men younger than 60. Men older than 50 have higher chances of developing BPH. Experts don't know why … urinary problems such as trouble starting and stopping the flow of urine, needing to urinate often, or feeling like your …
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… remove the section of the prostate that is blocking urine flow. TURP usually requires a stay in the hospital. It is … the surgery, but they tend to leak or dribble. Problems related to having surgery About 5 out of 100 men have severe … of TUR syndrome include mental confusion, nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, slowed heartbeat, and visual …
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… Care Self-Care Complementary Treatments Getting Support Related Information What is acute myeloid … too many myeloblasts. Myeloblasts are a type of young white blood cell. They usually become mature, infection-fighting … or bleed easily or have pain or a feeling of fullness below the ribs. Or you may have pinpoint spots under the skin …
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… Using Crutches On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A walking aid—a walker, … stairs or a curb (see instructions for curbs and stairs below). When you go back down, step with your weak or injured … surface, get your balance again before you start walking. Related Information Ankle Sprain Anterior Cruciate Ligament …
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… For each item in the list, the generic name is first, followed by any brand names. Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Pravastatin … they work? Statins lower the amount of cholesterol in your blood by reducing how much cholesterol your body makes. … actually a side effect of statins. A less common issue is diabetes. Statins may slightly raise the risk of diabetes in …
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… doesn't stop, severe stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin. Uses Regorafenib is used to treat cancer … your regorafenib treatment. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Your doctor may control your blood pressure with …
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… to Natural Rubber (Latex) On this page: Related Information What is latex allergy? … of questions about your past health. Tests may include: A blood test. This can detect latex antibodies. Glove-use … that causes intense itching and a red, raised rash. Related Information Allergic Reaction Food Allergies Rash, …