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… checks the level of this male hormone (androgen) in the blood. Testosterone affects sexual features and development. … level in boys is normally low. Testosterone increases during puberty. This causes boys to develop a deeper voice, … levels vary throughout the day. They are usually highest in the morning and lowest in the evening. Why It Is …
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… of one or both of the renal arteries. These vessels supply blood to your kidneys. They also help the body control blood pressure. What causes it? The most common cause of renal … doesn't cause symptoms. But if it gets worse, it may cause high blood pressure. Or it may affect how well your kidneys …
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… doctor right away. Uses This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps …
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… emergency. It happens when the heart is not getting enough blood. The coronary arteries supply oxygen-rich blood to the … Symptoms of acute coronary syndrome include: Chest pain or pressure, or a strange feeling in the chest. Sweating. … weight. Manage other health problems such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Also, if you …
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… dose may need to be gradually decreased. A very serious high blood pressure reaction may rarely occur if you eat a large amount …
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… cut through your skin and muscle but also from losing a blood vessel in your arm or leg that would normally … of your lifestyle (such as smoking, an unhealthy diet, or high stress) make your cardiac health worse. Now that you … that they will have angina symptoms, such as chest pain or pressure. They worry that they will not have enough energy …
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… on whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. A1c blood test. This test shows the average level of blood sugar … months Goal: A blood sugar level in your target range Blood pressure test. This test measures the pressure of blood flow … a least once a year or more often if your blood pressure is high Goal: A blood pressure level in your target range …
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… and other antiplatelet medicines. These are used to prevent blood clots. Statins and other medicines. These are used to lower high cholesterol. Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors, or ARBs. These are used to lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on your heart. Don't stop …
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… Test Overview A thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) blood test is used to check for thyroid gland problems. TSH … (T4) are needed for normal growth of the brain, especially during the first 3 years of life. A baby whose thyroid gland … Results are usually available in 2 to 3 days. A slightly high TSH value may not require treatment. The doctor will …
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… your doctor right away. Uses This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent …