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… surgery that isn't really needed. People who are at higher risk for AAAs will get the most benefit from this test. You are at higher risk if you are a man who is age 65 to 80. FAQs What is an … less likely to die of AAA rupture. footnote 2 What are the risks? It may seem obvious that AAA screening is good, …
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… page: Overview Overview Your risk for colorectal cancer gets higher as you get older. If you are not at high risk, experts recommend regular screening for adults ages 50 to 74. footnote 1 Talk with your doctor about your risk and when to start and stop screening. You may have one …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Laser surgery … to increase the chances that the wart will go away. Risks The risks of laser surgery for warts depends on the type of …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Electrocautery removes genital warts … often works to remove warts. But warts may grow back. Risks Risks of electrocautery are: Bleeding. Blood loss is usually …
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… provide tips for eating well to stay healthy and lower your risk of diseases such as heart attack and stroke. Calories … your ability to notice them. You get out of practice. Other factors may influence what you eat. Your body uses these … provide tips for eating well to stay healthy and lower your risk of diseases such as heart attack and stroke. Calories …
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… drugs (including naproxen) may rarely increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke. This effect can happen at … drug but is more likely if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart disease or increased risk for heart disease (for example, due to smoking, family …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Tapentadol has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … severe, possibly fatal, breathing problems. To lower your risk, your doctor should have you take the smallest dose of … the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start …
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… (sitting, watching TV). People with RA are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and this risk increases further with inactivity. Meanwhile, hip or … disability is also associated with CVD and increased risk of all-cause mortality. Randomized controlled trials …
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… of where to deliver your baby. Unless you have a high-risk pregnancy , you can decide to have your baby in a … room. These rules are to avoid overcrowding and reduce the risk of infection. Birthing centre A birthing centre is … Birthing centres are not recommended if you have a high-risk pregnancy. Emergency equipment and options for pain …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Laser surgery uses a … used to treat an actinic keratosis, and in rare cases, low-risk basal cell carcinoma. How Well It Works Laser surgery … basal cell skin carcinomas, it should only be used for low-risk cancers. footnote 2 While laser surgery may work well …
