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… Positron emission tomography (PET) is a test that uses a special type of camera and a tracer (radioactive substance) to look at organs in the body. The tracer usually is a special form of a substance (such as glucose) that collects in cells that are …
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… and pipes Sharing unsterilized materials or equipment used for tattoos, body-piercing, acupuncture or electrolysis … appetite Stomach pain Joint pain Dark urine Pale stools Nausea and vomiting Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) About 75% … for sexually transmitted and blood borne infections (STBBI) Use condoms and learn about the correct use of condoms Do …
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… disease, your blood doesn't clot well. This happens because you don't have a certain protein in your blood. Or you … factor. This is the most common type. It usually causes mild bleeding episodes. You may not know you have the … factor, but it doesn't work as it should. This usually causes mild to moderate bleeding episodes. In type 3, you …
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… "thal-uh-SEE-mee-uh") is an inherited blood disorder that causes your body to make less hemoglobin or abnormal … oxygen through your body. Low levels of hemoglobin may cause anemia , an illness that makes you feel weak and tired. … stillborn, or the child will die soon after birth. What causes it? A change (mutation) in one or more genes causes …
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… What are sugar substitutes? Sugar substitutes can be used instead of sugar to sweeten foods and drinks. They are … These sweeteners are made from chemicals and natural substances. The most common sugar substitutes are: Aspartame … These sweeteners are made from chemicals and natural substances. The most common sugar substitutes are: Aspartame …
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… well, but they do have some risks and side effects. Their use may increase the risk of suicide, especially in the … or hopeless much of the time? Do you drink alcohol or use substances? How often do you drink or use? How much? Have … or hopeless much of the time? Do you drink alcohol or use substances? How often do you drink or use? How much? Have …
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… disorder (manic-depressive illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time (social … disorder (manic-depressive illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time …
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… In general: Don't lift heavy objects, stand on ladders, or use or be near machinery that vibrates. Avoid harmful substances, such as hazardous chemicals, fumes, and X-rays. … or use or be near machinery that vibrates. Avoid harmful substances, such as hazardous chemicals, fumes, and X-rays. …
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… tests) may be needed. Glucose is a type of sugar your body uses for energy. Electrolytes keep your body's fluids in … the blood. Kidneys also filter out waste and other unneeded substances from the blood. If you take any medicines, such … the blood. Kidneys also filter out waste and other unneeded substances from the blood. If you take any medicines, such …
