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… drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not … with certain laboratory tests (including blood cholesterol levels), possibly causing false test results. Make sure …
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… dampness and visible mould. What causes moulds to grow? High humidity or indoor air moisture levels cause mould growth. For example, large differences … In damp areas, mould may grow where there is less air flow, like behind couches and under beds. Mould often looks …
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… and other dental problems. Brush, floss, and try to limit sugary foods and drinks. Getting the right vitamins and … and should go away after your baby is born. You have more blood flow to the mucous membranes of the mouth and gums when you …
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… side effects, including diarrhea that doesn't go away, blood cell problems (such as anemia, low white blood cells/platelets), kidney problems, rash, itching, or mouth sores/irritation (stomatitis). Low white blood cells can increase your risk of infection. …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Eculizumab can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. It can … meningitis), such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, high fever, chills, severe headache, stiff neck, mental/mood … details. Uses This medication is used to treat a certain blood disorder (paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria). This …
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… for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you … How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and … having oral sex (although the risk of HIV transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during …
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… has extreme mood changes. Their moods cycle between very high energy and extreme lows of depression. Not all experts agree on what should be … has extreme mood changes. Their moods cycle between very high energy and extreme lows of depression. Not all experts …
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… also cause severe, possibly fatal, breathing problems. To lower your risk, your doctor should have you take the … how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, sleep apnea) bleeding/blood clotting disorders (such as hemophilia, von …
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… from it, take this product exactly as directed, and follow all prevention actions. (See also Uses section.) Tell … the US to help prevent HIV infection in people who have a high risk for infection. Some things that increase risk … toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or …
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… If the side effects bother you, your doctor may be able to lower your dose or change your medicine. Do not suddenly … Constipation Eat bran and other whole-grain cereals and high-fibre fruits and vegetables, such as apples, prunes, … Get up slowly from sitting or lying down. Dry mouth Chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless candy. Take frequent sips …
