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… chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about …
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… (easily spread) infection that causes a rash all over your body. It is also called rubeola. The measles vaccine … sneezing, a sore throat, and a cough. The lymph nodes in your neck may swell. You also may feel very tired and have … start to go away, you will get tiny white spots inside your mouth, followed by a rash all over your body. When …
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… is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube defect (NTD). The … of folic acid. After becoming pregnant: Continue to take your multivitamin every day during your pregnancy and for 4 … romaine lettuce Avocado, oranges and papaya Wheat germ and sunflower seeds Although liver and liver products (such as …
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… healthy. I don't think you can always keep something out of your diet—like a food group or a type of food. If you want a … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… opening may be made from inside the mouth or through the skin of the face. There are a number of possible approaches … symptoms. There is a sinus tumour that needs to be removed. Your doctor thinks it's necessary because of your sinus structure and symptoms. Learn more Sinusitis: …
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… in plants. They have the same structure as the hormones your body makes. Many commonly prescribed forms of estrogen … bioidentical hormones may be put into a capsule, a skin cream or gel, a tablet to dissolve under your tongue, a suppository, or a nose spray. These aren't …
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… liver biopsy is a procedure to take a very small sample of your liver tissue. Then a doctor looks at this tissue under … Percutaneous (say "per-kew-TAY-nee-us") means "through the skin." Sometimes this procedure is called aspiration biopsy … the biopsy area. Then the doctor puts a long needle through your skin between two of your lower ribs on your right side. …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … pharmacist. This medication is given by injection under the skin as directed by your doctor. This medication is …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine) unusual weight loss eye pain vision …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … will increase. Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are …