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… Cardioversion itself takes about 5 minutes. But the whole procedure may take a few hours. That includes time to … thinner) that prevents blood clots before and after the procedure. This medicine lowers your risk of a stroke. Other … (antiarrhythmics) also may be given before and after the procedure. Why It Is Done Cardioversion is used: As a …
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… a large sip of water and swish gently around your teeth and gums, and then swallow the water. This will help to prevent … interrupted breathing during sleep (sleep apnea) tooth/gum pain signs of your adrenal glands not working well (such … This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any …
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… a large sip of water and swish gently around your teeth and gums, and then swallow the water. This will help to prevent … confusion, hallucinations) stomach/abdominal pain tooth/gum pain signs of your adrenal glands not working well (such … waking up This drug may rarely cause serious liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any …
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… illnesses? Making a decision to seek care Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can I prevent … on safe and accurate temperature taking Common lung disease and respiratory conditions Learn information about common lung disease and respiratory conditions by visiting our Lung and …
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… to build protection from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help … in detail. Is it safer to get immunized than to get the disease? Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from …
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… easily and doesn't heal A lump or thickening on your lips, gums, cheek, or in your mouth A white or red patch on your gums, your tongue, tonsils, or the lining of your mouth A … easily and doesn't heal A lump or thickening on your lips, gums, cheek, or in your mouth A white or red patch on your …
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… your child to brush and floss every day. Clean your baby's gums with a soft cloth or gauze pad to remove plaque before … touch each other. Take good care of your own teeth and gums. Saliva contains bacteria that cause tooth decay. Keep … your child to brush and floss every day. Clean your baby's gums with a soft cloth or gauze pad to remove plaque before …
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… Overview An excisional biopsy of the cervix is a type of procedure. It removes a cone-shaped piece of tissue from the … electricity. This is called a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP). Or the doctor can use a laser. You may be asleep during the procedure. But it is usually done while you are awake. …
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… Multiple Sclerosis: Benefits of Exercise Parkinson's disease Parkinson's Disease and Exercise Stress management Stress Management: …
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… What is dengue fever? Dengue (say "DEN-gay") fever is a disease caused by a virus that is carried by mosquitoes. … or tiny red spots. Bleeding from the nose, mouth, or gums. Vomiting blood. Stools that look like black tar. … or tiny red spots. Bleeding from the nose, mouth, or gums. Vomiting blood. Stools that look like black tar. …
