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… (ALP) and antimitochondrial antibodies (AMA) in the blood. Your doctor may also conduct an imaging test such as an … images of the liver and other tissues inside the body. Your doctor may also do a biopsy to remove a small piece of … Transplant Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… eating Last updated December 9, 2024 Overview Many healthy eating patterns contain mostly plant-based foods. … eating patterns Plant-based eating patterns can lower your risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 … amount of fibre and certain key vitamins and minerals in your diet. Learn more about plant-based eating: Plant-based …
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… antibiotics that have more side effects. So always ask your doctor if antibiotics are the best treatment. Explain … to family members, children, and co-workers. People in your community will have a risk of getting an infection that … Infections Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… spreads from infected people who don't show symptoms. If your child has roseola, keep him or her at home until there … sign of roseola and often occurs before you realize that your child has a fever. The fever ends suddenly. After the … and Younger Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… to help prevent skin infections. Clean and closely trim your child's fingernails. Have a small child wear mittens or … scratching. Or use light bandages over open blisters. Wash your child's hands often. Distract your child when you find … Syndrome Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… the piercing is and how thick the tissue is at the site. Your own ability to heal can also affect healing time. … or irritated or if scar tissue forms. You may need to see your doctor if your piercing does not seem to be healing. … Problems Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… can cause symptoms that look like depression. Before your child or teen can be diagnosed with depression, a … medicines, such as antidepressants. It is important to tell your child's doctor about any bipolar disorder in the family … and Teens Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… page: Overview Overview Ischemia means your heart muscle is not getting enough blood and oxygen. It … This is called silent ischemia. Ischemia can happen when your heart needs more oxygen because it is working harder … Disease Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… from coping better with stress? Knowing what's getting in your way can help you take the first steps toward finding balance in your life. Maybe you've had thoughts like these: "I don't … Management Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Heather Quinn MD - Family …
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… someone to pick you up at the doctor's office or clinic. Your pupils will be widened (dilated) for the surgery. And … several hours. Wear sunglasses to keep bright light out of your eyes while they are dilated. Your vision may be blurry. … loss. Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
