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… or double vision or even loss of vision. What causes it? Your doctor may not know what caused this problem with your … at some point. It can be the first symptom of MS. What are the symptoms? Optic neuritis may cause partial or total … centre of the visual field (central scotoma). Changes in how you see colour. Bright colours may look dull. Symptoms …
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… cholecystitis. Acute acalculous cholecystitis, though rare, is most often seen in critically ill people in hospital … The most common symptom of cholecystitis is pain in your upper right abdomen that can sometimes move around to … Their only symptom may be a tender area in the abdomen. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your …
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… Basics What is Tay-Sachs disease? Tay-Sachs is a rare disease that is passed down through some families. A … speech, or mental health problems. The symptoms depend on how much Hex A the body makes. How is it diagnosed? If you or your doctor thinks that your child has Tay-Sachs disease, …
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… tracking disorder), or changes under the kneecap. What are the symptoms? The main symptom of patellofemoral pain … suddenly and unexpectedly gives way and does not support your body weight. It is also common to have a catching, … when you are walking or when you are moving your knee. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your …
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… the bones (vertebrae) and discs of the spine. These changes are often called degenerative disc disease and … that can range from mild to severe. What causes it? As your body ages, the discs between the bones of the spine … or an aching, shooting pain in your buttock and leg. How is it diagnosed? Lumbar spondylosis can usually be …
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… the bones (vertebrae) and discs of the spine. These changes are often called degenerative disc disease and … that can range from mild to severe. What causes it? As your body ages, the discs between the bones of the spine … weakness, or an aching, shooting pain in your arm or leg. How is it diagnosed? Cervical spondylosis can usually be …
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… of the tissues around the lungs, and heart failure. What are the symptoms? A minor pleural effusion may not cause any … include trouble breathing, chest pain, fever, or a cough. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and past …
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… (PDF, 739 KB). When zero alcohol is the safest choice There are many situations where no alcohol is the safest option: … regulate alcohol, drugs and driving Using machinery and tools Taking medicine or other drugs that interact with … for the safety of others Making important decisions How alcohol affects the body The alcohol you drink moves …
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… sex. If you're pregnant and infected, you can pass it to your baby during delivery. What are the symptoms? Many people don't have symptoms. When … of the vagina or pain in the scrotum. Conjunctivitis . How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you questions …
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… not much of a concern in North America, because livestock are vaccinated against anthrax. But people can get anthrax … Cutaneous (skin) anthrax . This can occur when spores enter your body through a break in the skin. Inhalational (lung) … diarrhea or vomit, or belly pain caused by fluid buildup. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you questions …
