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… 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 …
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… 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 …
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… When pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Drinking alcohol during this time puts your baby at risk of Fetal Alcohol … affects the body The alcohol you drink moves into the bloodstream from the stomach and small intestine. The amount … in the blood is called Blood Alcohol Content (BAC). The higher your blood alcohol level, the greater the slow-down …
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… and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar. It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. … at greater risk for low blood sugar while using this drug. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… 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 …
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… 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 …
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… spreads to muscles that control breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. Call your doctor or get help right away if you … weakness or balance problems. Support at home is important during this time. You may need some help with some of your …
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… more room. Try to wear shoes that: Have low heels. Avoid high-heeled, narrow, or pointed-toe shoes. High-heeled shoes increase pressure on the front of the foot and on the toe joints. If …
Medications
… doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood disorders (such as bone marrow depression) breathing … emphysema) a certain eye problem (glaucoma) heart problems high blood pressure liver disease seizures stomach/intestinal problems …
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… taken. ERCP can diagnose and treat certain problems found during the test. In some cases, your doctor can insert small … Get a tissue sample for more testing (biopsy). Measure the pressure inside the bile ducts (manometry). How To Prepare … and how soon to do it. If you take a medicine that prevents blood clots, your doctor may tell you to stop taking it …
