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… problems may be caused by physical problems, related to the blood vessels, nerves, or hormones. Or they may be caused by … problems such as low testosterone levels, diabetes, or high blood pressure. Surgery, such as for prostate cancer, … affect how you feel about yourself. If you are planning a pregnancy, you should talk with your doctor about how taking …
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… A lipid panel is a blood test that measures lipids —fats and fatty substances … by your body. Lipids include cholesterol , triglycerides , high-density lipoprotein (HDL) , and low-density lipoprotein … keep your body working normally. Lipid disorders , such as high cholesterol, may lead to life-threatening illnesses, …
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… when you cough or sneeze. Don't touch other children's blood , urine, stool, or other body fluids. Good safety … sex partner about his or her sexual history and about high-risk behaviours like drug use, anal sex, and sex in … sex partner about his or her sexual history and about high-risk behaviours like drug use, anal sex, and sex in …
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… dose may need to be gradually decreased. A very serious high blood pressure reaction may rarely occur if you eat a large … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… is exposed to the virus. The virus destroys certain white blood cells. If too many are destroyed, the body has trouble … to be sure the results are correct. Children who are at high risk of being infected with HIV are tested as early as … Newborn babies of mothers who had untreated HIV during pregnancy. Children of mothers with HIV. Children who are …
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… to see if you have hepatitis B. Your doctor may also order blood tests and watch for symptoms of liver disease during … is used to treat certain types of blood cancer (such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia, follicular lymphoma). … flushing, headache, fever, or chills. If you take drugs for high blood pressure, ask your doctor ahead of time if you …
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… sick If you have diabetes, other illnesses can make your blood sugar go up. This can be dangerous. When you're sick … doctor to write a sick-day plan for how to help prevent high blood sugar when you're sick. Keep your plan in a handy … insulin, do a test for ketones, especially when you have high blood sugar. Some home blood sugar meters can also …
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… is used along with other medications to treat serious high pressure inside the eye (glaucoma) for a short time … doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood vessel disease (such as cerebrovascular disease, … your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… in the front of the nose and involve only one nostril. Some blood may drain down the back of the nose into the throat. A … sprays. Nosebleeds may develop in people who have colds or chronic allergy symptoms (post-nasal drip, sneezing, or a … sprays. Nosebleeds may develop in people who have colds or chronic allergy symptoms (post-nasal drip, sneezing, or a …
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… In total knee replacement surgery, the ends of the damaged thigh and lower leg (shin) bones and usually the kneecap are … have stockings that put pressure on your legs to prevent blood clots. Your nurse will also give you medicine and … health problems, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or chronic liver disease. Other risk factors include obesity, …