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… 17 years of age with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, … as mild to moderate asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or cystic fibrosis Kidney disease, chronic liver disease such as hepatitis, diabetes, …
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… themselves. (Family history means having relatives with the disease.) Women who have tested positive for gene changes … And it raises your risk for other diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis . When your ovaries are … You will have an increased risk for other diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. You could still get cancer. …
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… treat atrial fibrillation . It is done to restore a normal heart rhythm and relieve symptoms. Ablation can relieve … an ablation. FAQs What is catheter ablation? Normally, the heart has a strong, steady beat. That beat is controlled by the heart's electrical system. Sometimes that system misfires, …
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… when you are in labour. This test includes external fetal heart monitoring . The test is done when you are 34 or more … short time. This is not a problem for most babies. But the heart rate of some babies gets slower. This change in heart rate can be seen on the external fetal monitor. For …
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… weakness easy bruising/bleeding fast/slow/irregular heartbeat seizure A very serious allergic reaction to this … emphysema) diabetes a certain eye problem (glaucoma) heart problems high blood pressure kidney problems liver disease seizures stomach/intestinal problems (such as …
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… it can be caused by a medical condition, like chronic liver disease. There are also medicines that can cause this, such … cancer and medicines used to treat high blood pressure or heart problems. Taking steroids for bodybuilding can also … cancer and medicines used to treat high blood pressure or heart problems. Taking steroids for bodybuilding can also …
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… top layer of muscles in the direction of blood flow to the heart. This may also include moving the joints gently to … idea to get a massage if you: Have a fever or a contagious disease. Have bruises or skin abrasions. Have a blood clot … top layer of muscles in the direction of blood flow to the heart. This may also include moving the joints gently to …
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… alcohol use . It is a type of dilated cardiomyopathy . The heart muscle is weakened and cannot pump blood efficiently. If your heart gets weaker, you may develop heart failure. Alcohol in excessive quantities has a …
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… artery procedure along with taking medicines and having a heart-healthy lifestyle to help prevent a stroke. Don't have … to reduce the risk of stroke: Take medicines and have a heart-healthy lifestyle. This is sometimes called medical … guidelines for management of extracranial cerebrovascular disease. Journal of Vascular Surgery, published online June …
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… glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma-type) or a certain other eye disease (ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure in the … you have any serious side effects, including: fast/pounding heartbeat eye or eyelid pain/burning/swelling extreme … serious side effects, including: fainting slow/irregular heartbeat A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is …
