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Medical tests
… gland controls the level of testosterone in the body. When the testosterone level is low, the pituitary gland … feel nothing at all from the needle. Or you might feel a quick sting or pinch. Risks There is very little chance of … women, a low level of testosterone may be caused by an underactive pituitary gland, Addison's disease , loss of ovary …
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… to reduce damage and protect trees from certain defoliators when they reach outbreak levels in our forests. Some of the … called Bacillus thuringiensis variety kurstaki (Btk). You can find Btk naturally in the soil. It only affects moth … early developmental stages. Foray 48B® also contains some inactive ingredients that improve the Btk performance. Many of …
Medical tests
… Test Overview A breast self-examination involves checking your breasts for lumps or changes. Many breast problems are … is usually 1 week after your menstrual period starts, when your breasts are least likely to be swollen or tender. … Use the pads of your three middle fingers—not your fingertips. Use the middle fingers of your left hand to check your …
Medical tests
… fainted or who often feel light-headed. The results help your doctor know the cause of your fainting or feeling … to an upright position. It checks how your body responds when you change positions. Why It Is Done This test is done … to an upright position. It checks how your body responds when you change positions. Why It Is Done This test is done …
Health topics
… Works Risks Treatment Overview A filling is a material that your dentist uses to fill a cavity after the dentist removes … can usually be treated. Why It Is Done You need a filling when tooth decay has caused a hole (cavity) to form on a … can usually be treated. Why It Is Done You need a filling when tooth decay has caused a hole (cavity) to form on a …
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… There are many strains of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it … and internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, the elderly, people with weakened immune … surface, which makes the E. coli easier to kill by cooking. When the meat is ground or mechanically tenderized, E. coli …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal. When this medication is used for a long time, it may not … if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or …
Medications
… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or … unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your …
Health topics
… I Have CVS (Chorionic Villus Sampling)? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may … understand your baby's health problem and what to expect when he or she is born. Results from the test can also help … that you could lose your baby after you have the test. But when the test is done by highly trained doctors, the risk of …
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… pain in an arm or a leg. Usually the pain is in a part of your body where you had surgery or an injury. The pain is … problems, anxiety, mood swings, sadness, and depression. When pain is extreme, some people who have CRPS think about … for CRPS. After a period of time, you may move on to more active use of your painful limb, such as doing stretches or …
