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… cases of TSS are linked to menstruation. If you think you have TSS, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency … symptoms after using tampons, a menstrual cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I have TSS? Toxic shock syndrome …
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… Uses Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not … the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks …
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… release of urine) in women and men. Urination problems. An enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). The amount … release of urine) in women and men. Urination problems. An enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). …
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… Bullectomy for COPD On this page: Surgery Overview Surgery Overview … with antibiotics. For some people, surgically removing the enlarged air sacs—known as a bullectomy—makes breathing … It may work best for people with COPD who are young, have large bullae that are grouped in just one area of the …
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… Surgical Shunts for Portal Hypertension On this page: Surgery Overview Why It Is Done Risks … the procedures. Shunt surgery may be used for people who: Have relatively good liver function and serious … of portal hypertension , especially recurrent bleeding from enlarged veins (variceal bleeding). Are not good liver …
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… How To Use This Information This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This … flutamide. Uses This medication is used to treat men with prostate cancer. Flutamide belongs to a class of drugs known … or breast-feeding. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid touching or accidentally taking this …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Surgery Other Treatment … too much, or use medicines like laxatives. People who have bulimia judge themselves harshly on their body weight … body shape. Have a poor body image, or feel that your body should be slim like many people in the media. You are the …
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… If you stop breathing, choke, or gasp during sleep, you may have a problem called sleep apnea, which can be serious. For … that are important to many health problems. Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study? Cause You snore when the flow … allowing the tissues to collapse. Snoring may be caused by: Enlarged tissues in the nose, mouth, or throat. Enlarged …
Medications
… Doxazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not … Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. You should see a benefit from this drug within 1 to 2 weeks. …
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… What is low testosterone? Men who have low testosterone do not make enough of the male hormone … know for sure if taking testosterone affects the risk of prostate cancer. Your doctor may recommend regular … or increase in the size of the breasts. Symptoms of an enlarged prostate, such as trouble urinating. Sleep apnea. …
