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… scabiei or the human itch mite. Scabies is common and highly contagious. The human itch mite burrows just under … crusted (Norwegian) scabies. Crusted (Norwegian) scabies is highly contagious and difficult to treat because of the …
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… Overview An aortobifemoral bypass is surgery to redirect blood flow around blocked blood vessels in your belly or … the aorta to the femoral artery in the groin area of each thigh. The aorta is the large blood vessel that carries blood … will also make a cut in your groin at the top of each thigh. These cuts are called incisions. The doctor will put …
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… being asked to do, and they agree clearly, without being pressured. How can you teach your young child about consent? … being asked to do, and they agree clearly, without being pressured. How can you teach your young child about consent? …
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… prevent yourself from becoming overwhelmed when everyday pressures mount. The following strategies can help you … prevent yourself from becoming overwhelmed when everyday pressures mount. The following strategies can help you …
Medications
… cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This … weight and height in children who are taking this drug. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when … such as clopidogrel, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen, "blood thinners" such as dabigatran/warfarin) Taking MAO …
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… in the windpipe. It causes hoarseness, a barking cough, a high-pitched sound when breathing in, and trouble breathing. … in the windpipe. It causes hoarseness, a barking cough, a high-pitched sound when breathing in, and trouble breathing. …
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… if someone's temperature is too low (hypothermia) or too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than adults. Often you must look at your or … if someone's temperature is too low (hypothermia) or too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than …
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… (IABP) is a mechanical device that helps the heart pump blood. It is a long, thin tube called a catheter with a … in the same rhythm as the heart. It helps the heart pump blood to the body. An IABP is usually for emergencies only. … This IABP is inserted into the aorta. This is the large blood vessel that takes oxygen-rich blood from the heart to …
Medical tests
… how much human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is in the blood. The test measures the amount of the genetic material ( RNA ) of HIV in the blood. Viral load is first measured when you are diagnosed … undetectable. This means there is very little virus in your blood. Why It Is Done A viral load test is done to watch for …
Medications
… Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: low blood count (anemia) liver disease intestinal problems (such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis) During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when … for a long time, lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, liver/kidney function) may be done while you …
