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… weakened immune system. People with diseased or artificial heart valves who get Q fever are at an increased risk of endocarditis, an inflammation of the heart. People who get Q fever while pregnant are more likely …
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… well as adrenaline, which influences your blood pressure, heart rate, eating habits, sleep patterns, blood sugar … illness. Long term stress can also increase your risk of heart attack or stroke and contribute to depression. These …
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… of the membranes surrounding the lungs ( pleuritis ) or heart ( pericarditis ) Abnormalities in urine, such as … of the membranes surrounding the lungs ( pleuritis ) or heart ( pericarditis ) Abnormalities in urine, such as …
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… sodium can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Most Canadians eat too much sodium. The main … fat with healthier fats can help reduce the risk of heart disease. Choose foods with healthy fats such as: Fatty … Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) …
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… epidural anesthesia are combined. You may also get other medicines for pain or to help you relax. You may get them … a headache, nausea, or soreness at the injection site. Your heart or breathing can be affected by the medicine. In rare … epidural anesthesia are combined. You may also get other medicines for pain or to help you relax. You may get them …
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… Autism and Developmental Delays Epilepsy Fatigue and Sleep Heart Health and Stroke Hepatitis HIV Infectious Diseases …
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… brain health, and lower the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Learn about how to eat …
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… muscle pain, feeling cold in your arms/legs, fast/irregular heartbeat. These side effects may occur more often in women … can cause liver damage, rarely liver cancer, and liver failure. Entecavir helps to decrease the amount of hepatitis … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Overdose If …
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… illnesses, such as coronary artery disease (CAD) , heart attack , or stroke . Your doctor may order a lipid … your blood drawn. Usually, you are allowed to take your medicines with water the morning of the test. Fasting is not … lower your blood lipid levels. Your treatment could include medicines, diet changes, weight loss, and exercise. To learn …