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… loss. What causes unplanned weight loss? Lots of medical problems can cause you to lose weight without trying. These … thyroid gland , long-term infections, mouth or throat problems that make it hard to eat, digestive problems, depression, diabetes, COPD, and cancer. Other …
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… down, and carbon dioxide levels go up. It may lead to other problems, such as high blood pressure and heart disease. … airway, your doctor may suggest surgery to open the airway. Treating sleep apnea in children Enlarged tonsils or … airway, your doctor may suggest surgery to open the airway. Treating sleep apnea in children Enlarged tonsils or …
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… how many are narrowed, and whether you have other health problems such as diabetes. Most of the time, bypass surgery … for many reasons. These reasons include the following: footnote 5 Your left main heart artery is very narrow. … life. You may be able to do more of your daily activities. footnote 2 Help certain people live longer. Whether it might …
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… " Morning sickness " may be one of your first symptoms. Problems with abdominal (belly) organs. A migraine headache … stomach or small intestine ( peptic ulcers ). Gallbladder problems ( cholecystitis ). Inflammation of the appendix ( … ( pyelonephritis or chronic kidney disease ). Urinary problems, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI). Bowel …
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… is a watertight, underground container used for receiving, treating and settling human waste. The solids settle to the … of sludge to renew bacterial activity How can I prevent problems with my sewage system? Onsite sewage systems can be …
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… , reactive arthritis , psoriatic arthritis , and joint problems linked to inflammatory bowel disease (enteropathic … tendons attach to bone (enthesitis), such as at the knee, foot, or hip. It is important to recognize that the … tendons attach to bone (enthesitis), such as at the knee, foot, or hip. It is important to recognize that the …
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… A pregnancy of twins or more is considered to be high-risk. Problems are more common in multiple pregnancies than in … is 32 weeks. For quadruplets, the average time is 30 weeks. footnote 1 The earlier babies are born, the greater their … is 32 weeks. For quadruplets, the average time is 30 weeks. footnote 1 The earlier babies are born, the greater their …
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… scan to confirm a herniated disc or rule out other health problems. How is a lumbar herniated disc treated? Usually … travels through the buttock and down a leg to the ankle or foot because of pressure on the sciatic nerve . There may … or behind the knee and extend to the thigh, ankle, or foot. Pain in the front of the thigh. Severe deep muscle …
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… health needs. Warning Liposomal doxorubicin may cause heart problems, including possibly fatal heart failure. Heart … your hands/feet to develop a skin reaction called hand-foot syndrome (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia). Notify … Wear loose clothing. Depending on how severe your hand-foot syndrome is, your doctor may give you something to …
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… and when to call your health professional for blood sugar problems. Post the completed form in a convenient place to … ___ When I think I might have low blood sugar. ___ After treating low blood sugar. ___ When I think I might have high blood sugar. ___ After treating high blood sugar. ___ Before driving. Other times: …