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… This is because after growth starts, males grow at a faster rate and for a longer period of time. They reach approximate … during adolescence. An increase in the size of organs. The heart doubles in weight, and lung size increases. The …
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… when I exercise? If so, what range is best for me (target heart rate)? Should I change the time I take my medicines? Other … when I exercise? If so, what range is best for me (target heart rate)? Should I change the time I take my medicines? …
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… Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a … if you have any serious side effects, including: pounding heartbeat fainting frequent urination mental/mood changes … Some products have ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products …
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… (GI) is a rating system for foods that contain carbohydrate. It helps you know how much these foods raise blood sugar. Carbohydrate raises blood sugar more than other nutrients, like proteins and fats. Some carbohydrate foods raise blood sugar more than others. Low-glycemic …
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… including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are dependent on … more commonly known as flesh-eating disease. It can spread fast through the flesh surrounding muscles. In some cases, …
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… cervical spine ( vertebrae of the neck). The discs that separate the cervical vertebrae and absorb shock as you move. … with chest pain may be caused by a serious problem with the heart, such as a heart attack . Stress and tension may make … trouble breathing means: The child is breathing a lot faster than usual. The child has to take breaks from eating …
Medications
… infections. It is also used to prevent infection of the heart (bacterial endocarditis) in patients with certain … safely. Give aminoglycosides (such as gentamicin) separately from this medication. Do not mix together in the same … swelling of ankles/feet dark/cloudy urine extreme tiredness fast/slow/irregular heartbeat new signs of infection (such …
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… out like a relaxing sigh Breathe at about half your normal rate Try to keep your shoulders dropped and relaxed Light … breathing in labour Let your contractions guide you in the rate and depth of your breathing Breathe in and out through … than slow breathing Breaths will be about twice your normal rate When a contraction starts to decrease, return to your …
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… doctors feel it is safe for you to go home. You must demonstrate that you are capable of performing basic daily … major surgery has both physical and emotional aspects. How fast you recover physically will depend on your health … your medicines. Monitoring your weight. Improving your heart and lung health. Attending cardiac rehabilitation. …
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… artery bypass surgery along with medical therapy (a heart-healthy lifestyle and medicines). Don't have coronary … matter what you choose, you still take medicines and have a heart-healthy lifestyle. This decision is for people who … on the best available evidence (evidence quality: moderate ) Understanding the evidence Some evidence is better …
