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Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS)
Meconium aspiration syndrome affects newborns who inhale their stool and/or amniotic fluid before, during, or after labor and delivery… the chances of having a baby with MAS. Some additional risk factors for MAS include: A pregnancy that goes past 40 weeks Diabetes or high blood…
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a digestive disorder that causes problems when you eat foods with gluten, such as wheat, rye and… has it, about 1 out of 10 other family members likely has it. Have an autoimmune disease. This could include type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis,…
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Peripheral Arterial Disease and Claudication
Peripheral arterial disease is a blood flow problem in the arteries, especially the legs. Claudication is pain in the leg… men) Lower legs may appear shiny or turn bluish People with leg pain might think it’s from aging, arthritis, or a diabetes-related symptom. PAD can…
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Blood Test: Lipid Panel
A lipid panel is a simple blood test to check your cholesterol levels. This test is important because cholesterol can… their first lipid panel test at age 35 and women at 45. Adults may be tested earlier if they have certain diseases (diabetes, heart disease)…
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Nicotine Patch
A nicotine patch adheres to your skin and can help you stop smoking… doctor if you have any illnesses, including the following: Chest pains or a recent heart attack Heart disease Stomach ulcers Thyroid disease Diabetes Skipped or an irregular heartbeat Allergies to tape, bandages, or medicines Skin…
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Paronychia
Paronychia is a skin infection around the fingernails or toenails. It usually isn’t serious and can be treated at… is irritated, germs can take hold and cause an infection. Paronychia is more common in adult women and in people who have diabetes. People who have weak immune systems…
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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Only 1% of women experience multiple miscarriages. They can be caused by health conditions including chromosome defects and uterus… or polyps. Some medical conditions could increase your risk of having multiple miscarriages. These include: Problems with your immune system Thyroid disease Diabetes Polycystic ovary syndrome…
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Asthma | Medicines That Can Make It Worse
Certain medicines might make your asthma worse. It’s important to know about medicines that might cause problems before you take… asthma gets worse, tell your doctor. ACE inhibitors are another type of medicine given to treat blood pressure, heart disease and, sometimes, diabetes. Drugs such…
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Strabismus
Strabismus is an eye disorder. It affects the muscle control in your eyes. The eyes don’t line up properly. Instead,… What is strabismus? Strabismus is an eye disorder. It affects the muscle control in your eyes. The eyes don’t line up properly. Instead, the…
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Vegetarian Diet: How to Get the Nutrients You Need
A look at the types of vegetarian diets and how they can improve your health and lifestyle… A vegetarian diet excludes or limits animal flesh and products. Becoming a vegetarian is a big choice. For most people, it means changing a lifetime of eating…
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Silent Heart Attacks
A silent heart attack is a heart attack without traditional symptoms. Nearly half of all heart attacks are silent heart… What are silent heart attacks? A silent heart attack is a heart attack without the traditional symptoms. You often don’t know you are having…
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Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond
A look at tips, tricks, advice and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits as you get… Do you feel as good now as you did at age 40? How about at age 50? You might be able to feel as good…
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful disorder that occurs when the tissues in your wrist get swollen or inflamed and… What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful disorder of the wrist and hand. The carpal tunnel is a narrow tunnel…
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Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer occurs in the lining of a woman’s uterus. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this common… What is endometrial cancer? Endometrial cancer is cancer of the endometrium (the lining of the uterus). It is the most common form of uterine…
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Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects that happen when a baby’s lip or mouth don’t form correctly early… What is cleft lip and cleft palate? Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects. They happen when a baby’s lip or mouth don’t form correctly…
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Vitamins and Minerals: How to Get What You Need
Getting enough vitamins and minerals is essential to keeping your body healthy. It’s best to get these through your diet… Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals found in food. They nourish your body and are essential to your overall health. Choosing foods each day that…
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High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
A small percentage of pregnant women in the U.S. have high blood pressure during their pregnancy. Some cases are mild;… What is high blood pressure during pregnancy? A small percentage of pregnant women in the U.S. have high blood pressure at some point during…
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Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
Adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder, is the condition that occurs when inflammation in your shoulder eventually leads to difficulty moving… What is adhesive capsulitis? Adhesive capsulitis is commonly called frozen shoulder. This occurs when the joints in your shoulder are inflamed. The inflammation leads…
