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… mouth sores, your doctor may also direct you to take folic acid and give you vitamin B12 shots. Carefully follow your … vaccine inhaled through the nose). To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp …
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… If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid (RNA) test to confirm if you currently have HCV. How is … nipple or areola is cracked or bleeding. How can I prevent getting or passing HCV? There is no vaccine available for … you should stop alcohol use and take steps to avoid getting other infections that could affect the liver (for …
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… stroke. Colesevelam belongs to a class of drugs called bile acid-binding resins. Bile acid is a natural substance the … promptly. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, and exercise. You may also need to take a … with other diabetes medications, or if you do not consume enough calories from food, or if you do unusually heavy …
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… in blood vessels and block them, which stops oxygen from getting through. That can cause a lot of pain and can harm … are also important. Your doctor may also suggest you take folic acid supplements. Medicines that treat sickle cell … disease. They're even more important if you aren't eating enough folate-rich leafy vegetables (such as spinach). Don't …
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… blood sugar is higher than it should be, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, you could have … Neuropathy Diabetic Atypical Neuropathies Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Diabetic Nephropathy Diabetic Neuropathy … Diabetes Causes Foot Problems How can I reduce my chance of getting type 2 diabetes? To reduce your risk of type 2 …
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… which a synthetic solution—EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid)—is injected into the bloodstream to remove heavy … and/or coronary artery disease, although there is not enough scientific evidence to prove that this treatment is … and/or coronary artery disease, although there is not enough scientific evidence to prove that this treatment is …
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… get osteoporosis. Risk factors you can change include: Not getting enough calcium and vitamin D. Smoking. Not getting enough … (Fosamax), risedronate (Actonel), and zoledronic acid (Aclasta). These medicines slow the rate of bone …
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… In early stages (1 and 2), your kidneys may work well enough that you do not have any symptoms. At each stage the … for everyone with kidney disease. Steps you can take 1. Get enough protein, but not too much. Protein is important for … additives. Examples are sodium phosphate and phosphoric acid. 5. You do not need to limit potassium and naturally …
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… in men. What causes it? Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. Usually, having too much uric acid isn't harmful. Many people with high levels in their … when these levels in your blood are too high, the uric acid forms hard crystals in your joints. What are the …
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… How to Build Well-Being On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Practicing thoughts and behaviours that … create art, or play music. Prioritize sleep. Not getting enough sleep may increase your risk of injuries, high blood …
