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… Homocystinuria is a rare inherited disease that causes a deficiency of one of several enzymes needed for the … of food ( metabolism ). This enzyme deficiency may cause a buildup of homocysteine in the blood. Excess … in certain amino acids and taking vitamin supplements and medicine to enhance the breakdown of homocysteine. Related …
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… from the intestinal tract into the bloodstream. What causes it? Causes of malabsorption syndrome may include: Diseases … for malabsorption syndrome may include a special diet, medicine to replace intestinal enzymes or reduce spasms, and …
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… spontaneous nipple discharge. It may be a side effect of a medicine or caused by a non-cancerous tumour in the pituitary gland … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… A sports hernia is an injury of the inguinal area caused by repetitive twisting and turning at high speed. This … area. The pain can linger for weeks or months. Sports medicine experts think that the condition results from overuse of groin muscles, which causes stress on the inguinal …
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… an external defibrillator, which has paddles, might be used. Usually, the person is sedated. If the person is conscious, medicine is given to control pain and to cause the person to relax to the point of being nearly …
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… to reduce your stress. Going to counselling. Taking your medicines as prescribed. How can you prevent a manic … another relaxation technique each night before bed. Don't use alcohol or drugs. It may be tempting to use alcohol or drugs to help you get through a manic …
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… the way adults express it. Children aren't always able to use words to say what they feel. Instead, they express their … may also be able to help your child work through grief. Use activities to help your child express feelings about the … Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Jean S. Kutner MD, …
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… wash around the wound with clean water 2 times a day. Don't use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. … as needed. It is normal for stitches or staples to cause a small amount of skin redness and swelling where the … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… Overview Abnormal vaginal bleeding with fever may be caused by an infection in the pelvic organs . During your … up the vagina into the uterus and fallopian tubes and cause an infection. This is more common during menstruation … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Kathleen …
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… of how a person's pulse changes over time. Your doctor uses a number system to rate your pulse. Your doctor will … be measured using catheters placed inside the arteries. Because the arteries are punctured, this is known as invasive … Cardiology, Electrophysiology Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney …
