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Medications
… types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping cell growth. Cyclophosphamide also works … drink and how often to empty your bladder each day, and follow these instructions carefully. Side Effects Nausea, … Although these effects are uncommon, immediately report any pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site. Temporary …
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… occurs. The hair loss often comes and goes—hair will grow back over several months in one area but will fall out in … results in patches of hair loss, the hair usually grows back in a few months. footnote 1 Though the new hair is … on the scalp that may help hair to grow. A medicine is "painted" on the scalp once a week. This irritates the skin …
Medical tests
… large intestine (colon and rectum). It may also be called a lower gastrointestinal (GI) examination. The test is used to … into the large intestine. Check on belly symptoms such as pain, blood in stool, or altered bowel habits. Check on … your anal sphincter muscle (as if you were trying to hold back a bowel movement) against the tube may help. Taking …
Healthy eating
… Healthy eating guidelines for lower sodium eating Last updated June 1, 2019 Download PDF … the risk of chronic disease, limit your intake to below 2300mg. Planning ahead can help you decrease the amount … for the following words: "Sodium-free", "low sodium", "reduced sodium,” or "no added salt" will help you find lower …
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… lump that forms on the eyelids and, in most cases, is not painful. Skin problems, such as eczema and seborrheic … stops on its own in a short time or improves with rest or reduced stress. Twitches are not a cause for concern unless … such as myasthenia gravis. If the eyelids start to droop slowly over a long period of time, this is less serious than …
Medications
… check your red blood cell count and hemoglobin level. The lowest effective dose of this medication should be used. … or blood cells). It may also be used in anemic patients to reduce the need for blood transfusions before certain … Headache, body aches, cough, or injection site irritation/pain may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, …
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… are raised or lumpy. Nearly all birthmarks are harmless and painless. But it's important to have a doctor check all … flat, light pink or red birthmarks. They tend to be on the back of the neck, the upper eyelids, upper lip, or between … birthmarks. They are often uneven in shape and are on the lower back and buttocks. Hemangiomas. Hemangiomas are raised …
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… Losing weight without trying. Nausea and loss of appetite. Pain on the right side of the belly, under the rib cage (where your liver is). Yellow skin (jaundice), dark urine, and clay-coloured stool. … cases. To help yourself get better faster: Slow down. Cut back on daily activities until all of your energy returns. …
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… ulcers and pyoderma gangrenosum, which is an eruption of painful, spreading ulcers that usually occur on the legs. … cholangitis) or, in rare cases, bile duct cancer. Low bone density. This happens in 3% to 30% of people who … cholangitis) or, in rare cases, bile duct cancer. Low bone density. This happens in 3% to 30% of people who …
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… of healthy foods that you especially like. Try some new low-calorie snacks and drinks. Stock up on the ones you … having fresh breath, having fingers and teeth free of yellow tobacco stains, and feeling healthier all make you more … of healthy foods that you especially like. Try some new low-calorie snacks and drinks. Stock up on the ones you …