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… is a mineral. It helps keep the right mix of fluids in your body. It also helps your nerves, muscles, and heart work properly. What is the recommended daily amount of … daily amount of potassium varies by age. Most people need the following amount each day. footnote 1 Recommended …
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… Overview What is a high-risk pregnancy? Your pregnancy is called high-risk if you or your baby has … to have a genetic condition, such as Down syndrome , or a heart, lung, or kidney problem. You had a problem in a past … have a high-risk pregnancy. You may have more ultrasound tests to make sure that your baby is growing well. You will …
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… hours (fasting). Triglyceride levels are: footnote 1 Normal when they are less than 1.6 mmol/L. Moderately high when … health problems. Statins: Should I Take Them to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? Actionsets are designed to help … Cholesterol and Triglycerides Tests High Cholesterol Metabolic Syndrome Obesity Type 2 …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Just like adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they can feel unhappy or … they are sleeping? Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related …
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… On this page: Overview Overview You will recover in the hospital after coronary artery … rehabilitation and educate you on how to care for yourself when you return home. You must demonstrate that you are … following your CABG surgery. When you return home, eat a heart-healthy diet. If you have not been eating this way, …
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… may last for months. During bursts of violent coughing, you may make a noise that sounds like a "whoop" when you try to take a breath. You can cough so hard that … bacteria that cause whooping cough. You may also have blood tests. A chest X-ray may be done to check for other health …
Healthy eating
… bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that affects your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Common symptoms of IBS … throughout the day. Try not to overeat at any one time. Eat when you are relaxed. Give yourself enough time so that you … While most people tolerate peppermint oil it can cause heartburn in some. Talk to your health care provider or …
Medications
… consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when you suddenly stop this drug. Some people who have … suddenly stopped taking similar drugs have had chest pain, heart attack, and irregular heartbeat. If your doctor … medication may interfere with certain medical/laboratory tests, possibly causing false test results. Make sure …
Medications
… health needs. Warning If you have chest pain (angina) or heart disease (such as coronary artery disease, ischemic … consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. If your doctor decides … This product can affect the results of certain lab tests (such as parathyroid, protein-bound iodide, tyramine …
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… ACL Injury: Should I Have Knee Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may … by: Keeping your knee from sliding or twisting abnormally when the leg is straight or slightly bent. Preventing your … having it, at least for someone like me. Carmen, age 53 I need a stable knee to do my job well, and I'd also like to …
