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… HIV and Weight Loss On this page: Overview Overview Weight loss in people with HIV has many possible causes. They may include: An opportunistic infection . If … or food just doesn't appeal to you. HIV itself or HIV medicines can cause you to feel this way. Depression. You …
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… Types of Hair Loss On this page: Overview … wither away. Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that is caused when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair … lack of protein or iron in the diet. Side effects of medicines, such as blood thinners ( anticoagulants ). …
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… Unplanned Weight Loss On this page: Overview Overview … loss means losing weight without trying to. It may be caused by a medical problem, so be sure to see your doctor … weight loss include prescription and over-the-counter medicines and emotional stress and anxiety. In older adults, …
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… Healthy baby hearing and vision Last updated August 10, 2013 New parents … and social development. Even mild or temporary hearing loss may cause delays in these key areas of development. Newborn …
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… Abdominal Pain Causes On this page: Overview Overview Abdominal pain can have many causes. Often the specific symptoms help determine the cause … abdominal pain (frequently awakens you at night) Weight loss Irritable bowel syndrome Chronic or intermittent …
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… Vision Loss Evaluation On this page: Overview … objects with similar brightness or colour (low contrast). Because side (peripheral) vision is less sharp than central … objects with similar brightness or colour (low contrast). Because side (peripheral) vision is less sharp than central …
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… Dealing With Anxiety After a Loss On this page: Overview Overview … anxious (called free-floating anxiety). Anxiety can cause physical symptoms, such as an upset stomach or a headache. Anxiety can also cause you to act in ways that are unusual for you, such as …
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… Immunizations That May Cause Fever On this page: Overview Overview Short-term, mild … to immunizations are common. Immunizations that may cause a fever include: Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular … to immunizations are common. Immunizations that may cause a fever include: Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular …
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… Breastfeeding: Exercise and Weight Loss On this page: Overview Overview … breastfeeding. Exercise Being active helps promote weight loss, improves your energy level, and can help you relieve … breastfeed or pump right before you exercise. Weight loss You may gradually lose weight without trying while …
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… Physical Activity for Weight Loss On this page: Overview Overview … the amount of energy (calories) you burn. Most weight-loss programs incorporate an exercise program—such as … which builds muscle, is also an important part of weight-loss programs. Having more muscle will help you burn more …
