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Medical tests
… cortisol in the blood ( Cushing's syndrome ). Inherited diseases, such as hemochromatosis . Pheochromocytoma . Low … of the hormones cortisol and aldosterone ( Addison's disease ). Problems with the thyroid gland or an underactive … gland . A tumour or other problems of the pancreas. Liver disease. Many conditions can change blood glucose levels. …
Healthy eating
… blood pressure high blood cholesterol type 2 diabetes heart disease chronic kidney disease genitourinary (urinary and reproductive) diseases. Talk to a registered dietitian if you need help …
Healthy eating
… antioxidants helps to keep you healthy and prevent chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Steps … in high doses, have not been shown to prevent chronic disease and may be harmful to your health. Speak with a …
HealthLinkBC files
… People with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older … body. Particles can worsen existing heart and respiratory diseases, including emphysema and bronchitis. Children who … you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, follow a management plan developed with your health …
Health features
… risk for serious problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. It is recommended that people with asthma and … ones get vaccines to reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. For more information about vaccines see: … working to promote lung health and prevent and manage lung disease. … Understanding asthma …
Health topics
… problems. Duration of diabetes. The longer you have the disease, the greater your risk. Other complications due to diabetes (small blood vessel disease, atherosclerosis of large vessels). If you already … start? Foot problems in diabetes often begin with nerve disease ( neuropathy ). Neuropathy causes problems in your …
Health topics
… of MIDCAB is that it can't be used to treat several diseased vessels. This is especially true if arteries on … on your overall health, how bad your coronary artery disease is, how many bypasses need to be created, and some … Information Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Coronary Artery Disease Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: …
Health topics
… Overview Most ticks do not carry diseases, and most tick bites do not cause serious health … find it. Removing the tick completely may help you avoid diseases such as Lyme disease that the tick may pass on during feeding, or a skin …
Medications
… treatment of a certain rare genetic problem (Gaucher's disease). It works by decreasing the amount of a certain … this condition. This can help improve symptoms of Gaucher's disease, such as tiredness, pain in the joints/bones, and a … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease numbness/tingling of the hands/feet …
Health topics
… guidelines for management of extracranial cerebrovascular disease. Journal of Vascular Surgery , published online June … document for management of extracranial cerebrovascular disease. Journal of Vascular Surgery , published online June … guidelines for management of extracranial cerebrovascular disease. Journal of Vascular Surgery , published online June …
