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… Abnormal: The tracer may not be removed normally from the blood by the liver. This may be a sign of liver disease. The … Abnormal: The tracer may not be removed normally from the blood by the liver. This may be a sign of liver disease. The …
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… strongly contract (flex) the muscles in the front of your thigh (quadriceps). footnote 1 Many experts recommend … This could cause numbness or difficulty moving the leg. A blood clot in the leg. Sometimes this can travel from the … strongly contract (flex) the muscles in the front of your thigh (quadriceps). footnote 1 Many experts recommend …
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… But the procedure has some risks. They include: Bleeding. Blood vessel problems from the catheter. Cardiac tamponade . … But the procedure has some risks. They include: Bleeding. Blood vessel problems from the catheter. Cardiac tamponade . …
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… that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 100 people who get sick, up to 15 will die, …
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… sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, even when it is cloudy. Use lip … cell skin cancer include: Any firm, pearly bump with tiny blood vessels that look spidery (telangiectasias). Any red, … sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, even when it is cloudy. Use lip …
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… the iris and cornea (hyphema) from a sudden break in a blood vessel or as a result of an injury to the eye. Signs … the iris and cornea (hyphema) from a sudden break in a blood vessel or as a result of an injury to the eye. Signs …
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… But if you have a condition that causes problems with blood flow (such as peripheral vascular disease) or loss of … But if you have a condition that causes problems with blood flow (such as peripheral vascular disease) or loss of …
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… children may: Squat. Squirm, cross their legs, hold their thighs together, or use their hands to hold back the urine. … can help the child lead a more normal life and have higher self-esteem. When to call a doctor Call your doctor … rib cage and above the waist on either side of the back. Blood in your child's urine. A fever. Watch closely for …
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… clue may be a bad-smelling green or yellow discharge or blood (epistaxis) from one of the child's nostrils. The … sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that suppress the … clue may be a bad-smelling green or yellow discharge or blood (epistaxis) from one of the child's nostrils. The …
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… arthroscopy include: Bleeding within the joint. Infection. Blood clotting in your leg. Nerve or joint damage. A rare … Risks of arthroscopy include: Bleeding within the joint. Blood clotting in your leg. A rare risk of compartment … arthroscopy include: Bleeding within the joint. Infection. Blood clotting in your leg. Nerve or joint damage. A rare …