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Rheumatoid Vasculitis

… more likely to have rheumatoid vasculitis. It may be less common now because of better treatments for RA. What causes … parts of your body. For this reason, it can cause many different symptoms. It most often damages blood vessels to the … flare-up. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your provider: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Dietary Supplement Quiz

… supplements do not. A. True B. False 3. You should always buy a name-brand supplement. You didn't answer this … the Daily Value of each nutrient. Take no more than the recommended dose. You didn't answer this question. You … levels of serotonin in the body. A. True B. False 12. Store supplements out of the reach of children. You didn't …
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Open Kidney Exploration

… given general anesthesia. This medicine allows you to sleep comfortably through the surgery. A tube may be placed in … or swelling in your legs. Follow up You'll have follow-up visits so your doctor can check how well you're healing. If … be done in 7 days. Going forward, you may need regular visits with your doctor. During these visits, you may have …
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Coping with Shortness of Breath: Controlling Stress

… breath, your neck, shoulder, and chest muscles tense. You become anxious and start to breathe faster. Your breathing … is to break the cycle before it starts. When you are becoming short of breath, do the following: Sit, relaxing your … start feeling tense. Find a quiet place and sit or lie in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and try the following: …
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Birth Control: Condoms

… this birth control method. Male condom The male condom is common and easy to find. It fits over the penis. Most … to general health. Easy to stop if you decide you want to become pregnant. Latex condoms are the best protection against …
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Cocaine Facts

… habit costs a lot of money. Many people who use it become dealers to support their habit. Cocaine use often looks … powders. So the user can’t be sure what they are buying. These other powders dilute and contaminate the drug. …
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