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Medications
… needs. Uses This medication is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It may be used to prevent and treat blood clots … change in color of the arms/legs chest pain trouble breathing confusion weakness on one side of the body trouble … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side effects. …
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… “hee-muh-glow-bin”). Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to all parts of your … with heavy menstrual bleeding may need extra iron. Frequent blood donors may need more iron depending on a variety of … iron because of the intensity of their activity. If you think you need more iron, talk to your health care provider …
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… tape for warts is probably safe. But if your skin is very thin or fragile, be very careful when removing the tape. If … tape for warts is probably safe. But if your skin is very thin or fragile, be very careful when removing the tape. If …
Medications
… specific health needs. Warning Your doctor should order a blood test to check your kidney function before you start … Your doctor may direct you to take a different "blood thinning" or antiplatelet medication to reduce your risk. … sudden vision changes, confusion, chest pain, trouble breathing, pain/warmth/swelling in the legs. People taking this …
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… teeth, jaw, tongue, ear, sinuses, eyes, salivary glands, blood vessels, or nerves. Common causes of facial problems … eyelids and trouble talking, chewing, swallowing, or breathing. Facial paralysis from a stroke . Treatment depends on … or surgical hardware in affected area Have you had thick, yellow discharge from your nose for more than 5 days …
Medications
… dry the area to be treated. Wait 15 minutes, then apply a thin layer of medication usually once or twice daily, or as … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side effects. … doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood disorders (blood dyscrasias) During pregnancy, this …
Medical tests
… Each rotation of the scanner provides a picture of a thin slice of the organ or area. All of the pictures are … , adrenal glands , lungs, and heart. It also can study blood vessels, bones, and the spinal cord. Fluoroscopy CT is … It uses a steady beam of X-rays to look at movement within the body. It allows the doctor to see your organs move …
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… Crohn's disease are belly pain and diarrhea (sometimes with blood). Losing weight without trying is another common sign. … blood, and bones. When to Call Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: … flexible sigmoidoscopy. In these tests, the doctor uses a thin, lighted tube to look inside the colon. A biopsy. The …
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… it has started to spread. The most common symptoms include blood in your stools and very dark stools. You may have more … belly or rectal pain. How is it diagnosed? If your doctor thinks you may have colorectal cancer, you'll be asked about … stage and location of the cancer. It's also based on other things, such as your overall health. Most people have …
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… Atrial fibrillation increases your risk of stroke. Other things that raise your risk include heart failure, high blood pressure, a previous stroke, and diabetes. Your doctor … risk. When you take an anticoagulant, also called a blood thinner, you need to take extra steps to avoid bleeding …
