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… have glaucoma . This commonly occurs in older adults. If you have glaucoma and cataracts, you may consider having … conditions at the same time. Depending on which condition caused the vision loss, you may have improved vision after … Glaucoma Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… "splih-NEK-tuh-mee") is surgery to take out the spleen. You may have your spleen taken out because a disease made it get too big. Or maybe your spleen no … Current as of: November 30, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… A hepatitis panel is a blood test used to find markers of hepatitis infection. Hepatitis … B type e antigen (HBeAg). Hepatitis C antibodies (HC Ab). Your doctor may order a hepatitis panel if you have symptoms … Hepatitis C Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… to the intestinal nerves usually does not occur unless you have had type 1 diabetes that requires treatment with … with medicine. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… nerve that can affect any adult. This nerve runs through your pelvic region. This includes your genitals, urethra , … or pudendal nerve entrapment. Pudendal neuralgia can cause pain, especially when you sit. You may have pain in your … Prostatitis Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… emotions. These feelings can come from one or both of two causes. A stroke can affect parts of the brain that control how you feel. You may have emotional reactions that are … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… be all that is needed for a black or coated tongue. Brush your tongue daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and … to remove the "furry" coating on the tongue. Do not use tobacco products. Bismuth products, such as … Non-Injury Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… a bed or couch. The pain also may improve with walking, because gravity helps blood to reach the foot. As PAD gets … They include: A blood clot (embolism) in the leg. Swelling of muscle tissue that cuts off blood flow ( … Disease Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Overview Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is caused by long-term heavy alcohol use . It is a type of … muscle. Symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, swelling, and cough. Muscular weakness may also be present … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Overview Overview A mouth guard is used to prevent mouth and dental injuries while … or purchased at a store that sells athletic supplies. Your mouth guard should cover your upper or lower teeth and … Injuries Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
