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… the end of the esophagus. The ring of muscle is called the lower esophageal sphincter. It acts like a one-way valve … gastroesophageal reflux may cry, act fussy, or have trouble eating. They may not sleep well or grow as expected. An … the end of the esophagus. The ring of muscle is called the lower esophageal sphincter. It acts like a one-way valve …
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… in the hospital, such as a regular meal when you need a salt-free meal. Getting the wrong medicine or the wrong dose … doctor if you have to stop taking any medicines or stop eating or drinking before the surgery. Ask your surgeon to … in the hospital, such as a regular meal when you need a salt-free meal. Getting the wrong medicine or the wrong dose …
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… nervosa? Bulimia (say "boo-LEE-mee-uh") is a type of eating disorder . People with bulimia will eat a larger … pass urine. Notice that your heart skips beats or beats slower than normal. Have severe belly pain, are vomiting up … (CBT) . Antidepressant medicines. Antidepressants can help lower the number of binge-purge cycles you have and may also …
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… Uses Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, … belongs to a group of drugs known as "fibrates." Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride … about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat …
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… iron can cause serious organ and tissue damage. Phlebotomy lowers iron levels by removing iron-rich blood cells from … iron can cause serious organ and tissue damage. Phlebotomy lowers iron levels by removing iron-rich blood cells from …
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… the floor or chair. Stomach: Suck it into a tight knot. Lower body Hips and rear end (buttocks): Press the buttocks together tightly. Thighs: Clench them hard. Lower legs: Push your heels out and flex your toes up, as if … move as you breathe in and out. Breathe in to fill your lower lungs. Your belly will push your left hand up as you …
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… a heart attack. These include aspirin and medicines to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. You also take medicine … Heart-healthy lifestyle A heart-healthy lifestyle includes eating a healthy diet, not smoking, staying at a healthy … may ask you to: Stop smoking. Quitting smoking can greatly lower your chance of having a heart attack and dying. Be …
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… medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or … vision loss) seizures sudden confusion This medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. Tell your … vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). To lower your risk of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use …
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… brought on by: Being overweight, drinking too much alcohol, eating or drinking things made with high-fructose corn … Long-term medicines. Medicines, such as allopurinol, lower uric acid levels in the blood. This can reduce how … and how bad they are. If your doctor prescribes medicine to lower uric acid levels, take it as directed. Most people …
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… Uses Bezafibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, … belongs to a class of drugs known as "fibrates." Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride … and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat …