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… Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin On this page: Overview Check Your … easily than men, especially from minor injuries on the thighs, buttocks, and upper arms. A tendency to bruise easily … Other diseases that affect clotting. Examples include: Chronic inflammatory diseases, such as lupus . Liver …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people with early chronic kidney disease Last updated February 29, 2020 … as calcium Make hormones, such as the ones that control blood pressure and red blood cell production There are five … whole grains and protein foods can help. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes, manage these conditions …
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… Thick and Thin Blood Smears for Malaria On this page: Overview Why It Is Done Results Overview Thick and Thin Blood Smears for Malaria—Overview Doctors use thick and thin blood smears to determine whether you have malaria. If one …
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… Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, and Blood Sugar On this page: Overview Overview The body uses … fat . Carbohydrate is the nutrient that most affects your blood sugar. Protein and fat do not raise blood sugar as much as carbohydrate does. Planning meals and …
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… Diabetes: Checking Your Blood Sugar Actionset Overview Testing your blood sugar can help you manage your diabetes, especially if … levels are in your target range. And it may help you avoid blood sugar emergencies. Having a record of your blood sugar …
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… Newborn blood spot card screening Last updated October 1, 2022 … Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information about their … the most common group of conditions found through a newborn blood spot screening panel. These disorders occur when your …
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… Low Blood Sugar Level Record On this page: Overview Overview Use this form to record a low blood sugar level problem. Fill out a record each time this … doctor. If you (or your child with diabetes) is having low blood sugar problems, the diabetes medicine dose may need to …
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… COVID-19: People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness On this page: Overview … year old may also be at high risk. Asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other … disease. Substance use disorders. Sickle cell disease. Pregnancy or a recent pregnancy. Genetic, metabolic, or …
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… Blood Thinners: Signs of Abnormal Bleeding On this page: Overview Overview A blood thinner can increase your risk of bleeding problems. If you take a blood thinner, watch for signs of abnormal bleeding. If you …
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… Living well during your pregnancy Last updated September 17, 2024 Healthy eating and … Healthy eating and regular activity help control your blood glucose. Follow up with your healthcare provider if … illnesses (such as depression, gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, and preeclampsia). The key is to do it …
