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… rarely caused very serious side effects (such as stroke, cancer of the breast/uterus). Discuss the risks and benefits … of breath/rapid breathing chest/jaw/left arm pain unusual sweating confusion sudden dizziness/fainting … take it as soon as you remember if it is less than 12 hours after the time you would usually take it. If more than 12 …
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… tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected mosquito. Because the malaria … immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from an area with risk of malaria. People … about your travels. Malaria is treatable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment, which can also prevent …
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… should be used. When used to treat anemia related to cancer, darbepoetin alfa may also increase the risk of death … tumor to grow faster. This medication should be stopped after completing a treatment course of chemotherapy as … of breath/rapid breathing chest/jaw/left arm pain unusual sweating confusion sudden dizziness/fainting …
Medications
… health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat kidney cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer … while using this medication and for at least 3 months after the last dose. Men with female partners of … while using this medication and for at least 3 months after the last dose. If you or your partner becomes …
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… or schizophrenia. A history of physical or sexual abuse. Diagnosis of a serious medical illness. Failing … or schizophrenia. A history of physical or sexual abuse. Diagnosis of a serious medical illness. Failing …
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… psoriasis. And sometimes changes in the nails can confirm a diagnosis of psoriasis. Nail problems happen most often in … psoriasis. And sometimes changes in the nails can confirm a diagnosis of psoriasis. Nail problems happen most often in …
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… or being around smoke, dirty air, chemicals, and dust. A diagnosis may be made based on several tests. These include … or being around smoke, dirty air, chemicals, and dust. A diagnosis may be made based on several tests. These include …
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… of motion and strength. Tests may be done to help make a diagnosis. These may include imaging tests such as an MRI or … of motion and strength. Tests may be done to help make a diagnosis. These may include imaging tests such as an MRI or …
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… health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer … surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards or make them more serious. Your health habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, …
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… or abnormal blood flow, such as with some types of cancer or areas of inflammation. MRI is a safe and valuable … concerned, you can stop breastfeeding for up to 24 hours after the test. During this time, you can give your baby … test. Don't use the breast milk you pump in the 24 hours after the test. Throw it out. Results The radiologist may …