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… removed to allow the remaining lung tissue to expand when you breathe in. This surgery is done only for people with … obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or with certain types of emphysema. In the United States, the National … of this study report that people not considered good candidates for this surgery include people who have: …
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… Overview Overview Flexibility exercises can help you keep your range of motion when you have an SCI. You may … This means that someone stretches the muscle for you. This type of stretch can be done for upper and lower body …
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… with a whole new set of responsibilities as they grow into young adults, including the ability to legally purchase and … drugs, illicit opioids are often available too. You can help your children make healthy choices by openly … drug in combination with other depressants (e.g., another type of opioid, alcohol, benzodiazepines) or stimulants …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Mometasone belongs to a class of … heart problems (such as irregular heartbeat, chest pain) diabetes bone loss (osteoporosis) overactive thyroid …
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… caused by overuse and muscle strain or injury. Treatment can help you stay as active as possible. And it will help you … exercises. Try to exercise a little bit every day. Get some type of aerobic exercise, such as walking, every day. Even a …
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… Overview Heart failure means that your heart muscle doesn't pump as much blood as your body needs. Because your heart can't pump well, your heart and your body try to make up for … you will start to have symptoms. There are two major types. Congestive symptoms are caused by the backup of blood …
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… Overview During the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy, you may notice times when your belly … than Braxton Hicks contractions. If you are not sure what type of contractions you're having, talk to your doctor or … than Braxton Hicks contractions. If you are not sure what type of contractions you're having, talk to your doctor or …
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… Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. … ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune …
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… phosphate, less is found in the urine. Kidney problems can cause high or low levels of phosphate in the urine. High … meal high in phosphorus, having high levels of vitamin D in your body, or having an overactive parathyroid gland . Some types of tumours may also cause high levels of phosphate in …
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… contractions During the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy, you may notice times when your belly … than Braxton Hicks contractions. If you are not sure what type of contractions you're having, talk to your doctor or … weeks. Preterm labour is also called premature labour. It can be hard to tell if preterm labour starts. You may have …
