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… elemental mercury. This includes some (older) thermometers, blood pressure devices, thermostats, barometers and … of mercury vapours. The vapours are then absorbed into the bloodstream through the lungs and distributed throughout the … short period of time (such as from a spill of mercury in a blood pressure device), the lungs and airways can become …
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… colitis, blockage) kidney disease liver disease bleeding/blood-clotting disorders (such as hemophilia, vitamin K … (kyphoscoliosis) certain heart problems (such as low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat) personal or family … Examples include anti-platelet drugs such as clopidogrel, "blood thinners" such as dabigatran/enoxaparin/warfarin, …
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… forcefully, like when a finger gets caught in a drawer. A blood blister may form if tiny blood vessels are damaged. Infection can cause either a … sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that suppress the …
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… include: Legg-Calve-Perthes disease . It affects the blood supply and proper placement of the head of the femur … sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that suppress the … Trouble urinating. Not being able to urinate at all. Blood in your urine. Seek Care Now Based on your answers, …
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… in the joints and soft tissues in the arm, or to reduced blood flow to the hands. These include obesity, rheumatoid … in the joints and soft tissues in the arm, or reduce the blood flow to the hands. These include obesity, rheumatoid … especially in awkward positions. Smoking. It can affect blood flow to the median nerve in your wrist. Broken wrist …
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… getting worse. You cough up large amounts of bright red blood. Call your doctor immediately or go to the emergency … diagnosed with COPD and you: Cough up a moderate amount of blood (more than a few tablespoons). Have shortness of … that symptoms are from COPD. You cough up any amount of blood. You feel sad, anxious, or hopeless for more than a …
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… could get an infection in the area where cuts were made. A blood clot can form and block blood flow in the lung ( pulmonary embolism ). You may not … better. Examples are: Heart disease. Type 2 diabetes. High blood pressure. High cholesterol and triglycerides. Sleep …
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… of your heart (the ventricles) aren't able to pump as much blood as your body needs. Sometimes, the ventricles also … pump at the same time. This can help the heart pump blood better. The pacemaker connects to three thin wires, … IV. Your ejection fraction. This is a measure of how much blood your left ventricle pumps. A normal ejection fraction …
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… My Baby? Pregnancy: Should I Bank My Baby's Umbilical Cord Blood? Actionsets are designed to help people take an active … quickly, you can expect some or all of the following: Your blood pressure, pulse, and temperature will be checked. You … as a vitamin K injection, a heel prick for a blood test, and the use of eye medicines—so that you have …
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… a certain eye problem (glaucoma) heart problems high blood pressure kidney problems liver disease seizures … constipation, fast heartbeat, trouble urinating, or blood pressure changes. Dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion … have ingredients that could affect your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are …
