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… sugar when you eat? The bloodstream carries blood sugar (glucose) to provide energy to cells throughout the body. The … sugar when you eat? The bloodstream carries blood sugar (glucose) to provide energy to cells throughout the body. The …
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… the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the urethra (the … with body fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a person with … from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra (the tube … with body fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a person with … from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care … your doctor thinks you have the condition, a simple blood test can show if your thyroid hormone level is too low. How … hypothyroidism have only slightly abnormal thyroid blood test results and often do not have obvious symptoms or …
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… Blood sugar levels during the problem: Kind and amount of glucose or sucrose tablets or solution or other quick-sugar … Blood sugar levels during the problem: Kind and amount of glucose or sucrose tablets or solution or other quick-sugar …
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… How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have a sexually transmitted … with another person that involves the genitals, the mouth (oral) or the rectum (anal). The more partners you have, the … Talk to your partner(s) about preventing STIs before having oral, genital or anal sex. Make sure your partner(s) has …
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… lead, the paint will have a warning label. How can I test my home? You can check painted surfaces for lead by using a home lead test kit or sending a paint chip sample to a certified …
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… with the herpes simplex virus. You probably won't need any tests. If it's not clear that you have cold sores, herpes … painful blisters or other symptoms. Treatment may include: Oral antiviral medicines. These can reduce pain and slightly … itching, and healing time. To prevent recurring cold sores, oral antivirals may also be taken daily. This can be …
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… Problems . Ear Infections . Sinusitis . Mononucleosis Tests . Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study? Allergies: … Stuck in the Throat Objects in the Ear Objects in the Nose Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and Snoring Oral Breathing Devices for Snoring Over-the-Counter …
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… making insulin. Without insulin, cells can't absorb sugar (glucose), which they need to produce energy. The body isn't … making insulin. Without insulin, cells can't absorb sugar (glucose), which they need to produce energy. The body isn't …
