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… circulation to the legs and feet may occur. This can cause changes in skin colour, decreased sensation, and leg … of protein. Heart-healthy lifestyle changes along with medicine can lower your cholesterol and your risk for heart … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… goes away slowly over the course of a year or more. What causes it? Frozen shoulder can develop when you stop using the … the affected area, followed by gentle stretching. Ice and medicines (including corticosteroid injections) may also be … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… Understanding Virtual Care (Telemedicine) On this page: Overview Overview What is virtual … This is called virtual care. It may also be called telemedicine or telehealth. Many hospitals and clinics offer … care as another way for you to see a doctor. You will use a computer, phone, or other device to talk to a doctor …
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… high blood pressure is high blood pressure that's caused by another disease or condition. It can also be caused by certain medicines. If your doctor can treat what's causing the high … disease, such as narrowing of the kidney arteries. Certain medicines, such as birth control pills, amphetamines, some …
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… fertilizers, and sparks from "sparklers." They can cause serious damage in a very short time, depending on the … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Martin J. …
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… she rewards herself. "At first, one smoke-free day was cause for celebration," she says. "Now, I'm adding up a few … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory …
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… Overview The dawn phenomenon and the Somogyi effect cause high blood sugar levels, especially in the morning … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Donald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… coronary artery disease , diabetes , a history of substance use disorder , a personal history of rheumatic fever , or a … Cardiology, Electrophysiology Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica …
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… identify a rare inherited disease ( homocystinuria ) that causes a deficiency of one of several enzymes needed to … than water) for at least 8 hours before the test. Many medicines may affect the results of this test. Be sure to … your doctor about all the non-prescription and prescription medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about any concerns …
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… Attack (TIA) On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What … Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Condition … on preventing a stroke. A heart-healthy lifestyle and medicine can help. You may take medicine to prevent blood …
