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… Placenta Previa On this page: Related Information What is placenta … and oxygen. In a normal pregnancy, the placenta is attached high up in the uterus, away from the cervix. In placenta previa, the placenta forms low in the uterus and covers all or part of the cervix. …
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… Uses Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps … works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile … contain sugar or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that …
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… loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine or yellowing eyes/skin. Uses Sofosbuvir is used with other … have any serious side effects, including: signs of low red blood cell count (such as unusual tiredness, rapid … kidney disease other liver problems (such as hepatitis B) diabetes If you have diabetes, your blood sugar may be lower …
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… raises your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, and high blood pressure from hormonal birth control (such as the … If you are taking the chewable tablet, you may either swallow it whole or chew it thoroughly and swallow. Carefully … cholesterol or triglyceride (blood fat) levels depression diabetes family or personal history of a certain swelling …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Related Information Condition Overview What is … even when they are very thin. Deny the seriousness of their low body weight. Base their self-esteem on how they view … or social pressures related to goals such as thinness, high achievement, or perfection. For some people, limiting …
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… your best and lowers your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. It gives you the … money are you willing to spend on gear or other expenses related to an activity? There are activities to match every …
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… to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Aspirin prevents blood clots … Doctors sometimes recommend daily aspirin for people at high risk of heart attack or stroke. But taking aspirin … doctor before you start taking aspirin every day. Aspirin lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke. But aspirin can …
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… Brain Aneurysm On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is a brain … brain aneurysms can be controlled, and others can't. The following risk factors may increase your risk for an aneurysm … a brain aneurysm or to suffer a subarachnoid hemorrhage. High blood pressure. The risk of subarachnoid hemorrhage is …
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… your risk of side effects, your doctor may start you at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Once your … likely if you have used phenelzine for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you … disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder) diabetes certain nervous system diseases (Parkinson's …
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… Boosting Your Metabolism On this page: Overview Related Information Overview How is it that two people of … speeds up. For a few hours afterward, it stays slightly higher. And over time, regular exercise builds muscle. The … MD - Family Medicine Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - Registered …