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… Atherosclerosis On this page: Related Information What is … of an artery is damaged. It might be damaged by things like high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, or smoking. Cholesterol in …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Coping With Grief Related Information What is a miscarriage? … doctors don't know the cause. The risk of miscarriage is lower after the first 12 weeks of the pregnancy. What are … your risk of miscarriage include: Your age. The risk is higher at age 35 and older. A history of miscarriages (two …
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… you may not get the correct dose. To prevent a very serious high blood pressure reaction, it is very important that you follow a special diet recommended by your doctor or dietician … doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). If you have diabetes, linezolid may lower your blood sugar. Check your …
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… Heart Failure: Eating a Healthy Diet On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Why is diet … recommendations for heart failure are not closely followed. Medicine and diet therapy are most effective when … if any, is safe for you. Alcohol consumption can make high blood pressure worse and cause further damage to the …
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… be used for the shortest possible length of time at the lowest effective dose so that the benefits are obtained … attacks, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure) high blood pressure seizures migraine headaches asthma high … loss caused by blood vessel disease in the eye If you have diabetes, this medication may make it harder to control your …
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… Replacement for Hypothyroidism On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Thyroid hormones help regulate … Reduces or stops the symptoms of hypothyroidism. Allows them to live normal lives. Reduces the risk of … having too little thyroid hormone in the blood, including a high level of fats and cholesterol in the blood. People who …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Vital signs include … Vital signs for infants ages 0 to 12 months include the following: Heart rate This is measured in beats per minute … millimetres of mercury (mm Hg). What is normal and what is high blood pressure depends on your child's age, sex, and …
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… Self-Care Medicines Surgery Radioactive Iodine Treatment Related Information What is … leaks out from the damaged gland. Later, levels may be low (hypothyroidism) until the gland repairs itself. … and: You feel very irritable. You have unusually high or low blood pressure compared to your normal blood
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… Medicines Counselling-Based Treatment Giving Support Related Information What is … that causes extreme mood changes, from times of very high energy (manic episodes) to times of depression. But … The symptoms depend on your mood swings, or "highs" and "lows." During a manic high, you may feel very happy, …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview It's common … and activities increase the risk of eye injuries. Very high-risk sports include boxing, wrestling, and martial … a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Do you have diabetes or a weakened immune system? What weakens the …