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… impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and cancer-causing chemicals: the aerosol produced through … chemicals and contaminants (such as heavy metals) linked to cancer Nicotine dependence: nicotine is highly addictive, … a person is exposed to lower amounts of toxic and cancer-causing chemicals when they vape. This does not mean …
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… is surgery to remove lymph nodes , usually during cancer treatment. Medicines such as tamoxifen (Nolvadex), … lymph nodes removed or have radiation therapy as part of cancer treatment. The following tips may help you avoid … your garment fits correctly. Breast Cancer Swelling Current as of: September 8, 2022 …
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… alcohol can contribute to chronic diseases, including cancer and some heart conditions. On this page: Overview … damage. Heavy drinking has also been linked to several cancers, including esophagus, breast, liver and colon cancer. Even cutting back a little can reduce your risk of …
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… may also increase your risk of getting certain types of cancer (such as skin cancer, lymphoma). Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection or cancer, such as sore throat that doesn't go away, fever, …
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… of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Tipranavir … cough, non-healing skin sores) signs of an overactive thyroid (such as irritability, nervousness, heat … heartbeat, bulging eyes, unusual growth in the neck/thyroid known as a goiter) signs of a certain nerve problem …
Medications
… as possible). If you have ongoing pain (such as due to cancer), your doctor may direct you to also take long-acting … due to enlarged prostate or urethral stricture) underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol …
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… increased blood flow. This can lead to heart failure. Bone cancer (osteogenic sarcoma). This is a rare but serious … tissue around the bone are the most common symptoms of bone cancer. People with Paget's disease often develop kidney … increased blood flow. This can lead to heart failure. Bone cancer (osteogenic sarcoma). This is a rare but serious …
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… for people living with arthritis Lower risk of several cancers (such as breast and colon cancers) Lower risk of dementia, including Alzheimer's …
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… relieve pain. Nerve blocks work well for some types of cancer pain, such as pain from cancer in organs such as the pancreas. Risks Nerve blocks … relieve pain. Nerve blocks work well for some types of cancer pain, such as pain from cancer in organs such as the …
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… Tests of body fluids also can be done to look for cancer or another disease. Peritoneal fluid can be tested … or other things. Tests also could show signs of lung cancer. Synovial fluid may show crystals that are a sign of … Tests of body fluids also can be done to look for cancer or another disease. Peritoneal fluid can be tested …
