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… use longer than directed because doing so may increase the risk of side effects. Also, do not use this medication for … disease overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) diabetes high blood pressure difficulty urinating (due to enlarged … disease overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) diabetes high blood pressure difficulty urinating (due to enlarged …
Medications
… Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase. Drink plenty of fluids … of long-term disease of the pancreas gout kidney disease high uric acid level in the blood (hyperuricemia) intestinal … of long-term disease of the pancreas gout kidney disease high uric acid level in the blood (hyperuricemia) intestinal …
Medications
… other medications). Treating acromegaly helps reduce the risk of serious problems such as diabetes and heart disease. … your doctor, usually once daily into the upper arm, upper thigh, stomach area, or buttock. Dosage is based on your … may help improve symptoms of diabetes, such as lowering high blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as …
Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview … For internal monitoring, a sensor is strapped to your thigh. A thin wire (electrode) from the sensor is put through … Monitoring may also be done if you have diabetes or high blood pressure or if you are more than 41 weeks …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview PRK (photorefractive … choice for people who have more severe nearsightedness (high myopia). That's because the results are harder to … choice for people who have more severe nearsightedness (high myopia). That's because the results are harder to …
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… portion of their bodies is made of water. Children have a high metabolic rate , so their bodies use more water. A … of dehydration anytime they have an illness that causes high fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. These are the early … eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have …
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… sunglasses can be burned if they're exposed to the high-intensity light of a welder's equipment (torch or arc) … such as from tanning booths or sunlamps. Exposure to high-intensity light may cause temporary blindness. It may … eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have …
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… including coronary artery disease, heart failure and high blood pressure, which is the most common. Each of these … of moderate to vigorous-intensity activity, such as brisk walking, per week. If you have been diagnosed with a … This Toolkit consists of handouts on physical activity for high blood pressure (Topics F and G) and chronic heart …
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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 you cannot avoid wearing pumps or high-heeled shoes, choose shoes with heels that are no more …
Medications
… for use in children younger than 1 year due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist … your risk for bone fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or … may interact with this drug is: methotrexate (especially high-dose treatment) Some products need stomach acid so that …