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… (SLE) , and in liver diseases, such as cirrhosis and long-term (chronic) hepatitis . IgG . High levels of IgG may mean a long-term (chronic) infection, such as HIV, is present. … Levels of IgG also get higher in IgG multiple myeloma, long-term hepatitis, and multiple sclerosis (MS) . In …
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… you are going, what you plan to do while you are there, how long you are staying, and the age of your child. Carry a … administered after the child is 12 months old. This ensures long-lasting immunity. Infants and young children should not … part in outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, wear long sleeves and pants, and use insect repellant on all …
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… Ankle sprains are common injuries that can result in lifelong problems. Some people with repeated or severe sprains can develop long-term joint pain and weakness. Treating a sprained ankle … put your hands on the door frame to help you. Balance for a long as you can, working up to 60 seconds. When you can do …
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… Trouble passing urine, or loss of bladder or bowel control. Long-term (chronic) pain, which develops after surgery in … Trial. Spine , 35(14): 1329–1338. Lurie JD, et al. (2015). Long-term outcomes of lumbar spinal stenosis. Spine , 40(2): … Trial. Spine , 35(14): 1329–1338. Lurie JD, et al. (2015). Long-term outcomes of lumbar spinal stenosis. Spine , 40(2): …
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… who take NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) long-term and those who are in the hospital. How do they … PPIs can cause headaches and diarrhea. Using them for a long time may raise your risk for infections or broken … who take NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) long-term and those who are in the hospital. How do they …
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… infection usually goes away on its own and doesn't lead to long-term liver problems. Rarely, it can be more serious. … is an infection of the liver, the disease does not lead to long-term liver problems. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor … drugs. Using drugs or alcohol may make the disease last longer. How can you prevent it? You can get hepatitis A or …
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… gardening, cooking, cleaning, and typing at a keyboard. Long periods of pressure on an area. For example, carpet … the bursa heal. This may include rest and icing the area. Along with home care, your doctor may suggest physiotherapy … hands or change the grip size of your tool. If you sit for long periods, get up and walk around every hour. If a …
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… Separation caused by injury is common in people who have long fingernails. The nail may pry away from the nail bed … place. Nails grow back slowly. It takes about 6 months or longer for a fingernail and up to 18 months for a toenail to … if it separates from the nail bed. If you leave it on, the long, artificial nail can tear the nail bed. Have a doctor …
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… months. Symptoms of cryptococcal infection can include: Prolonged cough lasting for weeks or months Shortness of breath … loss If you experience any of these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. … exposure to Cryptococcus . However, you can be alert for long lasting or severe symptoms and consult your health care …
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… aerobic fitness. Chronic disease Any disease that lasts a long time, progresses slowly, doesn't usually improve and is … (how much effort you put into an activity) T = Time (how long you do an activity) T = Type (the kind of activity you …
