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… Cervical Cancer Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Sexually Transmitted Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… or other nervous system problems, such as restless legs syndrome. Medicines used to treat seizures, such as … Treatment Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … MD - Psychiatry Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… who weigh more than expected. Doctors use the World Health Organization (WHO) growth charts or the body mass … may include conditions such as hypothyroidism and Cushing's syndrome. Your doctor also will look at emotional causes, … a physical examination, your doctor will check your child's health and look for early signs of problems, including: High …
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… . High blood pressure . High cholesterol . Polycystic ovary syndrome . (This is a hormone problem that interferes with ovulation.) Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Interactive Tool: What Is Your Child's …
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… be caused by a pinched nerve in your ankle ( tarsal tunnel syndrome ) or back (sciatica). Burning, numbness, or lack of … and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, … the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or make them worse. …
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… may include depression, anxiety disorder, or another mental health disorder. Psychological treatment is most likely to … component. These problems include irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, asthma, and nervous bladder. The type … Dysfunction) Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… for hepatitis B and C . For more information, see the topics HIV Testing: Should I Get Tested for Human … B and C: Should I Be Tested? Key points to remember Many health professionals recommend having a routine screening … drugs. Trade sex for drugs or money. Chlamydia The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends a chlamydia test …
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… that surround the brain and spinal cord, and Reye syndrome . When a toddler vomits, it's important to make … or longer Fever for 1 week or more Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her … and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, …
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… Key points to remember Surgery may be done for most healthy adults of any age who want to keep up activities … bleeding, infection, and nerve damage. Your age and your health also affect your risk. Other risks of surgery or … document some Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) is only …
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… Orthodontics Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … FRCPC - Pediatrics Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …
