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Diagnosing Diabetes

… Services Task Force and the American Diabetes Association recommend screening guidelines as follows: People between ages … to diagnose diabetes. Some conditions can affect the accuracy of the A1C test. These include: Sickle cell disease. … should be tested for diabetes at their first prenatal visit. This is done using the standard tests above. More …
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Ankylosing Spondylitis

… means stiff or rigid. Spondyl means spine. Itis refers to inflammation. The disease causes inflammation of the … AS. Who is at risk for ankylosing spondylitis? AS is more common among people ages 17 to 35. It can happen in children … steps Here are some tips to help you get the most from a visit to your health care provider: Know the reason for your …
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Anemia Overview

… What is anemia? Anemia is a common blood disorder. It occurs when you have fewer red … body can’t work as well as it should. There are several different types of anemia. Each has its own cause and … be cured. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Typhoid Fever

… serious infection caused by a type of bacteria. It is more common in Africa, Latin America, and Asia (especially in … can find the typhoid bacteria. But these tests are less accurate if you have just come down with the disease. Because … area. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your …
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Monitoring Kidney Health

… Your provider may want to see you every few months. Your visits may include any of these tests: Urine tests. Your … protein or albumin, blood, and other signs of problems. A complete 24-hour collection may be used to measure how well …
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Sick Sinus Syndrome

… upper right chamber (right atrium). With SSS, the SA node becomes damaged and can no longer generate normal heartbeats … Sick sinus syndrome affects men and women equally and can occur at any age. But most cases of SSS occur in people over … for SSS. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Rheumatic Heart Disease

… may start shortly after untreated or undertreated streptococcal infection, such as strep throat or scarlet fever. An … skin, or brain. The heart valves can be inflamed and become scarred over time. This can result in narrowing or … valve. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your …
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Celiac Disease

… your body from taking in nutrients from food. It is different from gluten sensitivity or intolerance. You may have … They may not know they have it. Celiac disease is more common in people: Whose ancestors came from Europe. Who are … to heal. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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