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Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A tuberculin … of the test depend on your risk for TB. If you are at higher risk, a smaller bump is considered a sign of … of the test depend on your risk for TB. If you are at higher risk, a smaller bump is considered a sign of …
Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A skin or … to numb the area where the culture sample will be taken. Risks There may be some risks from having a skin or wound culture, depending on how …
Health topics
… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Discectomy is surgery to … almost no symptoms 3 months to 2 years later was a little higher with surgery than with non-surgical treatment. But, … almost no symptoms 3 months to 2 years later was a little higher with surgery than with non-surgical treatment. But, …
Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A myelogram … So if you lie down, you need to keep your head raised higher than your body. There is a small risk of infection at … So if you lie down, you need to keep your head raised higher than your body. There is a small risk of infection at …
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… a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including … baby Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of SIDS. Carefully consider the risks of bedsharing The … who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. The risk also goes up …
Medications
… has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … serious condition called serotonin syndrome/toxicity. The risk increases if you are also taking other drugs that … fainting) that need medical attention right away. The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain …
Medications
… deep vein thrombosis-DVT). You may be at increased risk for blood clots if you have a history of blood clots, … bedridden after surgery). Talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of this medication. Get medical help … thrombasthenia). People with these conditions are at risk for bleeding longer after an injury/surgery and for …
Health topics
… could cause your problem to come back. What are the risks of surgery for pelvic organ prolapse? Problems you may … other techniques to help your symptoms. Eat foods that are high in fibre to avoid constipation and straining when you … other techniques to help your symptoms. Eat foods that are high in fibre to avoid constipation and straining when you …
Health topics
… activator (TPA). These medicines can greatly increase the risk of bleeding, so they are used only in very specific situations where the risk of bleeding can be balanced against the risks of not dissolving the blood clot rapidly. Related …
Medications
… is used to treat cancer, it may rarely increase your risk of developing other cancers. Also, melphalan may cause … lowers your ability to fight infections and increases the risk of anemia/bleeding problems. You may be more likely to … Taking melphalan during pregnancy may increase the risk of birth defects. Also, it may make it harder for men …
