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… pericardium . It protects the heart and parts of the major blood vessels connected to the heart. Normally, there is a … (such as bacteria, fungi , or viruses), white blood cells , sugar (glucose), cancer cells, and other substances. … Then a long, thin needle will be carefully inserted just below your breastbone. (In some cases, the needle is inserted …
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… . Diverticular bleeding causes a large amount of blood to appear in your stool. What causes it? The reason … bulky and can move easily through the colon. If a diet is low in fibre, the colon must exert more pressure than usual to move small, hard stool. A low-fibre diet also can increase the time stool remains in …
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… of testosterone that the body makes. This effect helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and helps relieve … bone pain, numbness/tingling/weakness of the arms/legs, blood in the urine, painful/difficult urination. Tell your … or family history of weak/broken bones (osteoporosis) diabetes heart disease (such as heart attack) stroke high …
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… of testosterone that the body makes. This effect helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and helps relieve … bone pain, numbness/tingling/weakness of the arms/legs, blood in the urine, painful/difficult urination. Tell your … or family history of weak/broken bones (osteoporosis) diabetes heart disease (such as heart attack) stroke high …
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… of testosterone that the body makes. This effect helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and helps relieve … bone pain, numbness/tingling/weakness of the arms/legs, blood in the urine, painful/difficult urination. Tell your … or family history of weak/broken bones (osteoporosis) diabetes heart disease (such as heart attack) stroke high …
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… Test Overview Mononucleosis tests are blood tests to look for antibodies that indicate … It Is Done The rapid mono test is done on a small sample of blood taken from your fingertip or from a vein. The Epstein-Barr antibody test is done on a blood sample taken from your vein. Blood test from a finger …
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… better. Your fatigue may be caused by one or more of the following: Having the virus itself Taking HIV medicines Taking … those for pain, depression or anxiety , neuropathy, high blood pressure , and high cholesterol Being anemic. Anemia is a low level of red blood cells, which carry oxygen from your …
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… who have weak immune systems, the bacteria can infect the bloodstream, causing a severe and life-threatening illness. Symptoms include fever and chills, decreased blood pressure (septic shock), and blistering skin wounds. … Soda, fruit juices, and sports drinks have too much sugar and not enough of the important electrolytes that are …
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… age. If your child's BMI pattern has suddenly jumped from a lower range to a higher range on the growth chart, your … the same food choices at meals. Choose water instead of sugary drinks, such as sport drinks, soft drinks, fruit … Eating for Children Healthy Habits for Kids Obesity Type 2 Diabetes in Children Citations Canadian Society …
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… is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. Too much potassium in your blood can sometimes cause … do not have serious side effects. Patiromer may cause a low magnesium blood level. Your doctor will check your level and prescribe a magnesium supplement if your level is low. Tell your doctor right away if you have: symptoms of a …
