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… and death. Ebola is spread through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person or animal. … to show symptoms People with Ebola are most infectious during the late stages of the infections when they are very … and laboratory workers working with the Ebola virus are at higher risk of Ebola exposure. For information about what …
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… been passed in the urine or removed from the urinary tract during surgery. Chemical analysis of a kidney stone shows … pain. A kidney stone may cause other symptoms, such as blood in the urine (hematuria), pain when urinating, or a … The kidney stone you take to the lab will be cleaned of any blood or tissue and then looked at to find what chemicals it …
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… the substance in the centre of your bones that produces red blood cells. A person with sickle cell disease has bone marrow that produces red blood cells with defective hemoglobin S. But if that bone … also depends on your health and whether you have problems during or after the transplant. You'll need constant care …
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… of their friends become more and more important. And peer pressure may become an issue. Gain a sense of security from … Development, Ages 6 to 10 Years Helping Kids Handle Peer Pressure Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: … of their friends become more and more important. And peer pressure may become an issue. Gain a sense of security from …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Soy is high in isoflavones. Isoflavones are a type of … the digestive system. The long-term effects of a diet high in soy have not been well-studied. High soy intake can't be considered safe until more research …
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… products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your surgery. Your doctor will tell you if you should … and how soon to do it. If you take a medicine that prevents blood clots, your doctor may tell you to stop taking it … to repair. A laparoscopy may not be done because of a higher chance for problems if you have: Abdominal cancer. An …
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… breast cancer? Breast cancer: What should I do if I'm at high risk? Choosing a prosthesis after breast cancer surgery … nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy Eating well during cancer treatment Hair loss from cancer treatment …
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… and general anesthesia, the medicine that puts you to sleep during surgery. The implant moving out of its proper … vaccinations. Watch for signs of meningitis. These include high fever, headache, stiff neck, feeling sick to the … vaccinations. Watch for signs of meningitis. These include high fever, headache, stiff neck, feeling sick to the …
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… foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells. Folic acid supplements may come in different … drugs, and herbal products). Folic acid is safe to take during pregnancy when used as directed. It is included in … with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, folate blood level, vitamin B-12 blood level) …
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… the nervous system. This type of pain happens because of pressure on nerves or damage to them from an injury or a … or upset stomach. A rash. Heartburn. Liver damage (with high doses). Stomach or kidney problems (with long-term … works most of the time but that your pain flares up during extra activity or even for no clear reason. These …