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… partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly tested for STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Some … them to make decisions about their health and getting tested. For more information For more information on how you … Vaginal yeast infection (#08j) Chlamydia (#08l) HIV and HIV tests (#08m) Preventing sexually transmitted infections …
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… dose of oxycodone that works, and use it for the shortest possible time. See also How to Use section for more … (kyphoscoliosis) certain heart problems (such as low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat) personal or family … (kyphoscoliosis) certain heart problems (such as low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat) personal or family …
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… are based on the presence of hepatitis B antigens in your blood, the level of hepatitis B viral DNA ( HBV DNA) in your blood, and the level of the liver enzyme alanine … is present (positive) or is not present (negative) in your blood. High levels of HBV DNA and liver enzymes may be …
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… filtration is the process by which the kidneys filter the blood, removing excess wastes and fluids. The estimated … rate (eGFR) is a calculation that determines how well the blood is filtered by the kidneys. This is one way to measure … filtration is the process by which the kidneys filter the blood, removing excess wastes and fluids. The estimated …
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… You stop breathing at times, and oxygen levels in your blood go down. If you snore but don't have sleep apnea: Your … sleep. You don't stop breathing, and oxygen levels in your blood don't change. Sleep Apnea … You stop breathing at times, and oxygen levels in your blood go down. If you snore but don't have sleep apnea: Your …
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… nutrition. How it happens Heart failure may cause blood to back up into the liver and intestines, and they may swell. This swelling can lead to nausea and decreased appetite. Poor blood flow or swelling of the intestines may not allow for …
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… with sexual stimulation, vardenafil works by increasing blood flow to the penis to help a man get and keep an … certain other eye problems ("crowded disk"), high blood pressure, if you are over 50, or if you smoke. Rarely, … months kidney disease (dialysis) liver disease high or low blood pressure dehydration penis conditions (such as …
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… can: Lower your risk of dying of heart disease. Lower your blood pressure. Improve your cholesterol levels. Help you … heart muscle has fibres that allow it to contract and pump blood. When you increase your heart rate during aerobic … not only strengthens the heart itself but also helps more blood circulate through your body. Blood contains oxygen and …
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… a stable heart rhythm. You might take a medicine (called a blood thinner) that prevents blood clots before and after the procedure. This medicine … procedure to stop a fast heart rate that is causing low blood pressure or severe symptoms. These heart rate problems …
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… diabetes and you have not been able to keep your blood sugar levels within a target range , you may need insulin shots. Taking insulin can help prevent high blood sugar. High blood sugar can lead to problems for you and your baby. …
