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… are many types of congenital heart defects . If the defect lowers the amount of oxygen in the body, it is called … Cyanotic heart defects are defects that allow oxygen-rich blood and oxygen-poor blood to mix. In cyanotic heart … , is not considered a heart defect. It happens in many healthy people. But typically it doesn't need treatment. …
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… old. Smoking raises your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, and high blood pressure from hormonal birth control (such as the … shortness of breath chest/jaw/left arm pain unusual sweating confusion coughing up blood sudden dizziness/fainting …
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… means that your body doesn't have enough iron to make red blood cells . Iron is important because it helps you get … your iron levels, such as taking iron supplement pills and eating iron-rich foods. Talk to your doctor before taking … with: Tea, coffee, chocolate, and other food or beverages high in caffeine. Milk and other calcium-rich foods or …
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… health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial … vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, flushing, sweating, abdominal pain, jaw pain, muscle/joint pain, or … to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). To lower your risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up …
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… thinners" (anticoagulants such as warfarin) may have a higher chance of serious, rarely fatal bleeding. Bleeding … medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or … get medical help right away. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you …
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… When you need extra insulin to cover a meal or to correct high blood sugar, you tell the pump to give you a small dose … it hard to stop and give yourself insulin injections. Your eating and activity schedule changes often, so you need a … there is no cure for diabetes. But you can live a long and healthy life by managing your diabetes and keeping your …
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… nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flushing, or increased sweating may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, … in the arms/legs severe stomach/abdominal pain lower back pain signs of kidney problems (such as change in … attack) stroke diabetes family history of heart disease high blood pressure high cholesterol liver disease kidney …
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… Uses Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, … and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat … this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not feel sick. It is …
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… in the first year Last updated August 13, 2013 For safe seating, your baby needs a chair that's right for his or her … once you start introducing solid foods. Safe, comfy seating for your baby will make mealtimes easier and more fun … tips to check the safety of baby chairs: On this page: High chairs Booster seats Hook-on chairs High chairs Choose …
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… be able to prevent or delay problems from the disease. Treating the disease early may also make the disease easier to … Regular screening tests and checkups can help you stay healthy. Talk with your doctor whenever you have concerns … some screening tests earlier or more often if: You have a higher risk for a certain disease, such as diabetes, heart …
