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… front of the fan. Keep in mind that fans might not help to lower your core body temperature when it is very hot Turn … feel thirsty Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated, sugary or artificially sweetened and alcoholic drinks Eat … and the postpartum period. Many pregnant people have lower blood pressure during early pregnancy. Warm conditions bring …
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… A magnesium test checks the level of magnesium in the blood. Magnesium is an important electrolyte needed for … and muscle weakness. Find the cause of symptoms such as low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, … in people who have kidney disease. Find the cause of a low calcium or potassium level that is not improving with …
Medications
… Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: low-SAR-tan Common Brand Name(s): Cozaar Important: How To … your doctor right away. Uses Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in …
Medical tests
… dye and camera ( fluoroscopy ) to take pictures of the blood flow in the blood vessels of the head and neck . An angiogram … is a special concern for people who have kidney problems or diabetes or who are dehydrated . Special measures are used …
Medical tests
… Test Overview Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) is a blood test that measures the time it takes your blood to … to find out if the right dose of heparin is being used. Low levels of blood clotting factors. A change in the … Find a cause of abnormal bleeding or bruising. Check for low levels of blood clotting factors. The lack of some …
Health topics
… is a high level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is both an electrolyte and a mineral. It … Symptoms vary. You may have a heartbeat that is too slow or too fast or that feels like fluttering. You may have … don't raise your potassium levels. You may get medicine to lower these levels. How can you prevent it? You may prevent …
Medications
… To prevent stomach upset, your doctor may recommend a slow increase in your dosage when starting treatment. Dosage … (such as change in the amount of urine, painful urination, blood in the urine) new lump/growth in the neck (goiter) … numbness/tingling of the hands/feet signs of low blood sugar (such as hunger, cold sweat, blurred vision, weakness, …
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… for you to make a healthy change for good. Set a goal for dealing with the stress level. Think about both a long-term … A counsellor can help you set goals and provide support in dealing with setbacks. Pat yourself on the back. Don't … for you to make a healthy change for good. Set a goal for dealing with the stress level. Think about both a long-term …
Medications
… sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine. Daily alcohol use, … medication: breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema) diabetes glaucoma heart problems high blood pressure kidney problems liver disease seizures …
Medications
… sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine. Daily alcohol use, … of: breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema) diabetes a certain eye problem (glaucoma) heart problems high blood pressure kidney problems liver disease overactive …
