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Medical tests
… A human papillomavirus (HPV) test is done to check for a high-risk HPV infection. Like a Pap test , an HPV test is … human papillomavirus. This test is used to show whether a high-risk type of HPV is present. High-risk types of HPV … a laboratory for analysis. How It Feels You may feel some pressure or mild discomfort when the speculum is placed in …
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… to their body to know when they are full. Be aware of pressure Avoid any kind of pressure on your child to eat. Negative pressure can include punishing, shaming, coaxing or begging. …
Healthy eating
… of sodium, but eating too much can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Most adults only need 1500 mg of …
Health topics
… Have an inflamed abdominal lining ( peritonitis ). Have high pressure in blood vessels in the liver ( portal hypertension ). This is …
Health topics
… heart attack or a stroke. If you are not active, you have a higher risk of heart disease (also called coronary artery … for your heart Being active helps keep your heart and blood vessels healthy in many ways. It can: Raise "good" … you lose weight or stay at a healthy weight. Lower blood pressure. Control blood sugar. Regular activity might also …
Health topics
… valve does not close tightly enough. The closed valve lets blood leak (regurgitate) from the lower chamber of the heart … have: Symptoms of a heart attack , including chest pain or pressure. Symptoms of a stroke . Loss of consciousness ( … to. Manage other health problems. These include diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. If you think you …
Health topics
… of your heart whenever you can. Try to limit the use of a blood pressure cuff on your affected arm. If you are in the … size panty hose and stockings. Don't wear garters or knee-high or thigh-high stockings. Don't use heating pads on the …
Health topics
… your baby has a birth defect. If one of these tests shows a higher-than-normal chance of a birth defect, you would then … screening tests? Screening tests for birth defects include blood tests and a certain type of ultrasound . Depending on … far along your pregnancy is. If one of these tests shows a higher-than-normal chance of a birth defect, you would then …
Medications
… may decrease your risk. 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 …
Medications
… 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 …
