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… (MS) lesions (also called plaques) in the brain or spinal cord. An MRI scan is abnormal in more than 95% of people … (MS) lesions (also called plaques) in the brain or spinal cord. An MRI scan is abnormal in more than 95% of …
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… need to be removed surgically (tonsillectomy). Brain and spinal cord problems. Cardiac problems, such as irregular heart … need to be removed surgically (tonsillectomy). Brain and spinal cord problems. Cardiac problems, such as irregular …
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… and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. … or raised areas in the floor. Move furniture and electrical cords to keep them out of walking paths. Use non-skid floor … Osteoporosis Stroke Vision Loss Evaluation Vision Problems: Living With Poor Eyesight Current as of: November 9, …
Medications
… (lymphocytes) from attacking the nerves in your brain and spinal cord. It helps decrease the number of episodes of disease … alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Do not inject into moles, scars, …
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… that have to be worn for up to two years following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight scarred skin as the … Tripping over a child while transporting food Appliance cords such as kettles and slow cookers that children can … mug with a screw-on-lid for hot drinks Keep appliance cords out of reach and appliances away from the edge of the …
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… leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), or have inflammation of the spinal cord that causes weakness of the legs, backache, loss of …
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… called MS, affects the central nervous system—the brain and spinal cord. It can cause problems with muscle control and … called MS, affects the central nervous system—the brain and spinal cord. It can cause problems with muscle control and …
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… disease that affects the central nervous system—the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. It can cause problems with muscle … do at home to help you manage your symptoms and adjust to living and working with MS. Do what you can to stay well. …
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… Lower the risk of some cancers. Lower the risk of: Hip and spinal fractures. Falling. Coronary artery disease. … Lower the risk of some cancers. Lower the risk of: Hip and spinal fractures. Falling. Coronary artery disease. …
Medical tests
… or a scan. They may be saved as part of your baby's record. Fetal ultrasound can be done two ways. In a … syndrome. Check for birth defects that affect the brain or spinal cord. Second trimester ultrasound This test is done … syndrome. Check for birth defects that affect the brain or spinal cord. Second trimester ultrasound This test is done …
