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… the first things considered for an enlarged prostate. Sometimes surgery is needed for more serious symptoms. Key … problems caused by an enlarged prostate. If you stop using medicine, the symptoms will probably return. Medicine … which shrink the prostate. A combination of the two, which, when used long-term, may help your symptoms more than either …
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… and wooded areas. They are easiest to spot on a person when they are feeding. Ticks burrow part way into the skin, … be under the skin, but the back parts will be sticking out. When they are full of blood, they are usually blue-grey in … and insect bites by following these tips when you spend time in an area where ticks may live: Walk on cleared trails …
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… who assaulted you. Neglect is a form of abuse. It happens when caregivers do not protect the health and well-being of … common types of neglect are: Child neglect . This happens when parents (or other caregivers) fail to provide a child … care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to call 9-1-1 . They may think that …
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… pregnant, or it can cause problems during a pregnancy. Over time, the size, shape, location, and symptoms of fibroids … during the years you have periods. After menopause, when hormone levels decrease, fibroids often shrink or … a bunch of tests and thought that uterine fibroids may be causing my symptoms. He suggested that I have a procedure …
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… Ulcers On this page: Overview Overview When you have GERD, stomach acids and juices back up into … These sores are called ulcers. What causes GERD? Normally when you swallow food, it travels down the esophagus. A … symptoms at night, raise the head of your bed 15 to 20 centimetres (6 to 8 inches) by putting the frame on blocks or …
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… position of tissue. Most people will have swelling at some time. When it's hot and you've stood or sat in the same position … Some medicines change how body fluids circulate, causing swelling. Swelling may also occur as an allergic …
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… Overview Most people will have a minor back problem at one time or another. Our body movements usually don't cause … the most common cause of back pain. Injuries often occur when you use your back muscles in activities that you don't … means you can't move it at all in any direction without causing severe pain. "Somewhat hard" means you can move it at …
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… or preterm labour. Tissue that passes through the vagina. When you pass tissue, you may also pass large blood clots. If you can, collect the tissue and bring it with you when you see your doctor. Cramps. Preterm labour . Symptoms … may include: Fever. Mild fevers that last only a short time usually aren't a concern. A fever that doesn't get …
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… been thinking about too. Weight gain is healthy and normal when you're pregnant. And there's no fixed number of … health risks for you and your baby. Gaining too much weight when you're pregnant can raise your risk of having a large … What about dieting during pregnancy? Pregnancy is not the time to diet. Your baby needs you to eat a wide variety of …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Fever seizures (sometimes called fever convulsions or febrile seizures) can … seizures are uncontrolled muscle spasms that can happen when a child's body temperature goes up quickly. Yes Fever … in the skin or the lining of the mouth. Do not turn white when you press on them. Range from the size of a pinpoint to …