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… lung problems (emphysema) caused by a certain inherited disease (alpha-1-proteinase inhibitor deficiency). In people … of: selective IgA deficiency with antibodies to IgA liver disease heart problems (such as heart failure) This drug may … made from human blood. Even though the blood is carefully tested, and this medication goes through a special …
Medications
… replacement therapy. Treatment can rarely cause heart disease (for example, heart attacks), stroke, serious blood … Combination hormone therapy should be used for the shortest possible length of time at the lowest effective dose so … especially of: blood clots bleeding in the brain liver disease vaginal bleeding of unknown cause a loss of …
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… and red. This is called "pregnancy gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum and bone) disease. This can increase the risk for other health … and floss your teeth every day Use a different spoon to test your baby's food and avoid sharing toothbrushes If you …
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… Vietnamese What is toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is a disease found in birds and mammals worldwide. The infection … immune system usually prevents the parasite from causing disease. Those who do get sick with a mild form of the … or mental disabilities. Your health care provider may test you for Toxoplasma . Treatment of an infected, pregnant …
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… by decreasing your immune system's response to various diseases. It is used to treat a certain type of kidney disease in children after other treatments have not worked. … harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you start this medication. Women should ask …
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… Rosiglitazone has rarely caused very serious liver disease. Tell your doctor right away if you develop symptoms of liver disease, including: nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop loss … change in your treatment plan, medications, or blood sugar testing. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist …
Medications
… with low levels of von Willebrand factor (von Willebrand disease) who do not respond to or cannot tolerate … during and after surgery in patients with von Willebrand disease. How To Use This medication is given by slow … dosage is based on your medical condition, weight, blood test results, and response to treatment. Follow your …
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… Smoking: Helping Someone Quit . Health Topics Medical Tests Make a Wise Decision Take Action Open/close … Drug Use Signs of Substance Use Smoking and Coronary Artery Disease Smoking Fewer Cigarettes Smoking to Relieve Tension … Drug Use Signs of Substance Use Smoking and Coronary Artery Disease Smoking Fewer Cigarettes Smoking to Relieve Tension …
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… optic nerve damage. It may help slow the progression of the disease. A tonometry test is used to measure the pressure in the eyes. The target … optic nerve damage. It may help slow the progression of the disease. A tonometry test is used to measure the pressure in …
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… the vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives … stays in the body for a long time, it can cause serious disease including permanent liver damage (cirrhosis). … vaccine . Babies immunized at birth need to have a blood test 4 weeks after their last dose of hepatitis B vaccine to …
