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Vascular Studies

… This is an enhanced form of Doppler ultrasound. It uses different colors to show the direction of blood flow. There are … or arms Assess procedures you have had done before to restore blood flow to an area Assess a vascular dialysis … 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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Atherosclerosis

… fibrin. As it builds up in the arteries, the artery walls become thickened, narrowed, and stiff. Atherosclerosis is a … ankles and in the arms are compared. This helps find any differences in blood pressure. Big differences may mean blood … Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your health care provider: Know the reason for your …
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Allergy Overview

… are substances that can be breathed or swallowed or that come in contact with the skin. Common allergic reactions, … but not another. Allergic reaction symptoms will differ based on the type and amount of allergen you have come … 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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Managing Work-Related Stress

… There could be short deadlines, endless paperwork, or the occasional angry customer. Or there may be meetings that drag … stressed. Not surprisingly, people respond to stress differently. The way they respond depends on their personality … to the stress you feel. Are you imagining a far worse outcome than is likely? Is the project or situation likely to …
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Overview of Mood Disorders

… always express how they feel, and symptoms may look different in children from how they look in adults. Therapy, … the different types of mood disorders? These are the most common types of mood disorders: Major depression. Having … steps Here are some tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues

… imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radio waves, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures … quickly as possible to reduce any discomfort or pain. On occasion, some people with metal fillings in their teeth may … usual diet and activities, unless your doctor tells you differently. Your doctor may give you other instructions after …
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Liver Scan

… the tracer and appear less bright on the scan image are referred to as "cold spots." Why might I need a liver scan? A … used in the test is very small. You may feel some slight discomfort when the tracer is injected. Allergic reactions to … the procedure. Certain things may make a liver scan less accurate. These include: Having radioactive tracer in your …
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Pulmonary Embolism

… another area of the body, often the lung. DVT is the most common cause of a pulmonary embolism. Other less common … pulmonary embolism? Each person may experience symptoms differently. The most common symptoms include: Sudden shortness … and death. 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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