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… for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you … have been exposed to HIV, one kind of HIV test can detect proteins made in your body called antibodies, but this will …
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… health problem such as kidney or liver disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, or obesity. You are … Decision-Maker (SDM) Chronic Kidney Disease Dehydration High Blood Pressure Kidney Stones Nephrotic Syndrome Type 1 … health problem such as kidney or liver disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, or obesity. You are …
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… temperature but gets solid when you refrigerate it. Eating foods that are high in this fat may help lower your bad cholesterol, raise … gets solid when you refrigerate it. Eating foods that are high in this fat may help lower your bad cholesterol, raise …
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… be used with radiation therapy. Radiation therapy This uses high-dose X-rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours. … If you do not feel like eating, try to eat food that has protein and extra calories to keep up your strength and … you drink. When you are able to eat, try clear soups, mild foods, and liquids until all symptoms are gone for 12 to 48 …
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… down (metabolize) certain substances in food like fats, proteins and/or sugars. These substances can build up and …
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… time depends on the location and number of warts removed. Healing usually occurs in 1 to 3 weeks. After treatment, you … time depends on the location and number of warts removed. Healing usually occurs in 1 to 3 weeks. After treatment, you …
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… time depends on the location and number of warts removed. Healing usually occurs in 2 to 4 weeks. Avoid sexual … time depends on the location and number of warts removed. Healing usually occurs in 2 to 4 weeks. Avoid sexual …
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… be able to return to normal activities within 1 to 3 days. Healing takes 2 to 4 weeks. Scarring may occur. Avoid sexual … be able to return to normal activities within 1 to 3 days. Healing takes 2 to 4 weeks. Scarring may occur. Avoid sexual …
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… Results are usually available in 2 to 3 days. A slightly high TSH value may not require treatment. The doctor will … other test results to determine if treatment is needed. High values High TSH levels may be caused by: An underactive thyroid ( …