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… Some people who have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are at high risk for sudden death. It can occur at any age, but it … and died suddenly. Have fainted (syncope). Have had low blood pressure during or after exercise. Have extreme left …
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… number of days to become infectious. People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not … Cyclospora infection. These outbreaks have been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, …
Medications
… needs. Warning This medication may often cause serious blood disorders (decreased bone marrow function leading to a … cells, and platelets). These effects can cause anemia, lower your body's ability to fight an infection, and … medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating for 4 to 6 hours …
Medications
… lenses. Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over … personal or family history of glaucoma (angle-closure type) high blood pressure overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) diabetes …
Medications
… blurred vision, nervousness, trouble sleeping, unusual sweating, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects last … have serious side effects. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious …
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… for everyone involved in your care to read Umbilical cord blood collection The blood from an umbilical cord contains stem cells, which can be used to treat a wide variety of conditions. This blood can be banked and used for research purposes, or …
Medications
… breath/rapid breathing, chest/jaw/left arm pain, unusual sweating, sudden dizziness/fainting, pain/swelling/warmth in … about your particular brand. This medication is made from healthy human blood that has high levels of certain defensive substances (antibodies) …
Medications
… used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures. It is similar to a natural … for more details. Lifestyle changes that help promote healthy bones include increasing weight-bearing exercise, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol, and eating well-balanced meals that contain adequate calcium and …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Eculizumab can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. It can … meningitis), such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, high fever, chills, severe headache, stiff neck, mental/mood … details. Uses This medication is used to treat a certain blood disorder (paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria). This …
Medical tests
… of mucus. The stool may be examined for hidden (occult) blood, fat, meat fibres, bile , white blood cells , and … uses a rectal swab to collect the sample, you may feel some pressure or discomfort as the swab is inserted into your … related to your symptoms and past health. Abnormal values High levels of fat in the stool may be caused by diseases …
