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Medical tests
… how well the bladder is working. Cystometry is done when a muscle or nerve problem may be causing problems with how … occurs. A problem affecting this nerve pathway or the muscles of the bladder wall can cause bladder dysfunction. … small pad or needle may be placed near your anus to measure muscle function in this area. Why It Is Done Cystometry is …
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… benefits including: Improved cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength Improved functional independence Improved … guidelines recommend including 2 to 3 sessions each week of muscle strengthening activities to strengthen major muscle groups of the arms, legs and trunk, and …
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… slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth, and muscle weakness. Infants with botulism appear to have little … eat poorly, are constipated, and have a weak cry and poor muscle tone. These are all symptoms of the muscle paralysis caused by the nerve toxin. If botulism is …
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… the sac around the heart ( pericarditis ) and in the heart muscle ( myocarditis ). Infection can occur in the heart … people who do not have rheumatoid arthritis. Nerves and muscles. There may be a loss of strength in muscles next to affected joints. Inflammation may also cause …
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… condition that affects the spinal cord. It causes certain muscles and reflexes in the body to stop working normally. … is weakness in one or more arms or legs, with a loss of muscle tone and reflexes. Other symptoms may include: … cause respiratory failure, since the condition may affect muscles used for breathing. How is it diagnosed? A doctor …
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… movement. How Well It Works Pallidotomy may reduce tremor, muscle stiffness, slow movement, and other motor symptoms. … speaking well. Trouble swallowing. Weakness of the facial muscles that can cause drooping. Problems with vision. … Short-term problems can include: Weakness of the facial muscles that can cause drooping. Trouble speaking well. …
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… a conscious way. These functions include skin temperature, muscle tension, heart rate, and blood pressure. It's done to … instance, you may raise your skin temperature or reduce muscle tension). With practice, you can learn to use these … each heartbeat. Electromyography (EMG). This measures muscle tension. Thermal biofeedback. This measures the skin …
Medications
… Side Effects Diarrhea, headache, constipation, or stomach cramps may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, … Side Effects Diarrhea, headache, constipation, or stomach cramps may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, …
Medications
… dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, or leg cramps. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your … dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, or leg cramps. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your …
Medications
… Nausea, vomiting, bloating, headache, or stomach/abdominal cramps may also occur. If any of these effects last or get … Nausea, vomiting, bloating, headache, or stomach/abdominal cramps may also occur. If any of these effects last or get …
