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… such as infection, inflammation, or cancer. The doctor may use the tube to take a sample of tissue from the area. This … injury to a nerve near the voice box (larynx) which may cause permanent hoarseness. Results Mediastinoscopy results … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… system . For some people, a slow heart rate does not cause any problems. It can be a sign of being very fit. … pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. This can cause symptoms, such as feeling dizzy or weak. In some cases, it can be life-threatening. What causes it? Bradycardia can be caused by many things. Examples …
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… nail bed. If you're healthy, the infection probably won't cause serious problems. What causes it? Fungal nail infections can be caused by yeasts, moulds, and other kinds of fungus. Fungi …
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… next reaction may be more severe or even deadly. What causes an allergic reaction to insect stings? An allergic … allergens in the sting. A few types of stinging insects cause most allergic reactions. They are: Bees. Wasps. Hornets. … can range from mild to severe. Mild reactions may cause: Redness, pain, and swelling around the sting. Itching …
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… by common antibiotics and continue to grow, which may cause you to become sick. C. diff produces toxins that can cause damage to the cells in the intestines. The most common … infection is diarrhea. In fact, it is the most frequent cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care …
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… for clots during pregnancy and after delivery. That's because of changes in hormones and blood flow. Having limited … or after pregnancy are more common and more likely to cause death in people who areof African or Indigenous descent. … Follow your care plan. Take medicines as prescribed, and use compression stockings as directed. Exercise. Talk with …
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… What is acute kidney injury? Acute kidney injury (which used to be called acute renal failure) means that your … fluids, and electrolytes build up in your body. This can cause problems that can be deadly. What causes it? Acute kidney injury has three main causes: A …
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… intestine) was removed, you will lose more water, because the stool no longer passes through the large intestine … recommend a vitamin or mineral supplement. Some foods may cause odour, gas, or diarrhea. Some may cause an obstruction in an ileostomy . Foods that cause odour …
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… won't start active rotator cuff exercises (where you use your shoulder muscles) until at least 3 to 6 weeks after … on the rotator cuff and related muscles, which can cause strain. Also, if the scapula is not moving well, you … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… roo-MAT-ih-kuh"), or PMR, is a condition that causes inflammation of the joints. This causes pain and stiffness, most often in the neck, shoulders, … cell arteritis is more dangerous than PMR, though. It can cause loss of vision, a stroke , or mini-strokes . The same …
