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… page: How can you lower your risk from drinking? If you choose to drink alcohol, the key is to keep your drinking at the lowest possible levels. It's important to remember that … experts say your risk of harm from alcohol is: footnote 1 Low if you have 2 standard drinks or less per week . …
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… than regular insulin. Insulin is a natural substance that allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet. It … the insulin that your body no longer produces, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar … pharmacist. Do not inject cold insulin because this can be painful. The insulin container you are currently using can …
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… severe drowsiness, chills, blue/cold skin, muscle pain, fast/difficult breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, or stomach pain with … line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing. …
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… severe drowsiness, chills, blue/cold skin, muscle pain, fast/difficult breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, or stomach pain with … your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your …
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… than regular insulin. Insulin is a natural substance that allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet. It … the insulin that your body no longer produces, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar … pharmacist. Do not inject cold insulin because this can be painful. The insulin container you are currently using can …
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… muscle strength in the front of the thigh (quadriceps), back of the thigh (hamstrings), calf, and hip. All of these … of your doctor and only if you feel very minimal or no pain while you do them at home. The list below has links to specific exercises with pictures and …
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… have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this … angina. This means that your angina symptoms, such as chest pain or pressure, happen at times you can predict. They … artery bypass surgery. I'm not sure It may help to go back and read "Get the Facts." An angiogram may help you and …
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… potassium for the body's needs. But if your levels get low, it can take some time for your body to start holding on to potassium. A potassium level that is too high or too low can be serious. Abnormal levels may cause symptoms such … sample. How It Feels This test usually doesn't cause any pain or discomfort. Risks There is very little chance of …
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… surgery to remove a cataract , you will most likely be allowed to return to your normal activities. But you need to … wear a rigid shield over your eye. Use an over-the-counter pain reliever such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), if needed. Be … or into your face. Shampoo your hair by leaning your head back. Do not swim for about 3 weeks. …
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… difficulty waking up, or breathing problems (ranging from slow/shallow breathing to no breathing). Other symptoms of … only when you are ready to use it. Lay the person on their back. Tilt the person's head back and support their neck … dryness, swelling, or stuffy nose may occur. Muscle/joint pain or headache may also occur. If any of these effects …