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… Cervical Spondylosis On this page: Condition Basics Condition Basics What … that can range from mild to severe. What causes it? As your body ages, the discs between the bones of the spine … tingling, weakness, or an aching, shooting pain in your arm or leg. How is it diagnosed? Cervical spondylosis …
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… the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk … it also increases energy levels, helps to keep your brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do … HealthLinkBC File #68j Healthy eating and healthy aging for adults Canadian Centre on …
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… Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy On this page: Condition Basics Condition Basics What … A caregiver suddenly changes doctors and lies about prior testing and treatment. Normal test results don't reassure … of the child's symptoms and other related events. Talk with your doctor about your concerns. Report your concerns to …
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… Croup On this page: Condition Basics Condition Basics What … tubes that lead to the lungs. This can make it hard for your child to breathe. An attack of croup can be scary, but … and getting an influenza (flu) vaccine each year may help your child fight off some of the viruses that can lead to …
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… fortunate than you can make you feel better. Get money off your mind. Money problems are a leading cause of holiday … the spirit of the season. Watch what you eat and drink. Eat healthy foods, watch your portion sizes, and avoid alcohol. Remember …
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… Altitude Sickness On this page: Condition Basics Condition Basics What is altitude sickness? … do not know who will get it and who will not. Neither your fitness level nor being male or female plays a role in … during the night and when you wake up. Not feeling like eating. Feeling sick to your stomach. You may vomit. Feeling …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney … your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can increase the risk for …
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… Low Testosterone On this page: Condition Basics Condition Basics What … usually done to find out if you have low testosterone. If your doctor thinks low testosterone could be related to … tests. Since testosterone normally decreases with age, your doctor can help determine whether your symptoms are …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … It is used to treat minor aches and pains due to various conditions such as headache, toothache, menstrual cramps, or … of beverages containing caffeine (coffee, tea, colas), eating large amounts of chocolate, or taking nonprescription …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … medicine based on your health. If you have certain health conditions, warfarin may be the only anticoagulant you can … to try a blood thinner that doesn't need regular blood testing. Chuck, age 48 I've been taking warfarin for a long …
