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… a uniform pattern of emphysema throughout the lungs. Largely non-upper lung emphysema and … 348: 2059–2073. Washko GR, et al. (2008). The effect of lung volume reduction surgery on … 348: 2059–2073. Washko GR, et al. (2008). The effect of lung volume reduction surgery on …
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… Overview Forced expiratory volume (FEV) measures how much air a person … during the FEV test. Forced expiratory volume and forced vital capacity are lung … during spirometry . Forced expiratory volume is the most important measurement of …
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… sphincter. As the bladder fills with urine, nerve signals tell the sphincter to stay … bladder's ability to store and release urine. Electromyogram (EMG), which is used to record the electrical …
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… through feces or vomit, such as rotavirus and norovirus These germs can be controlled by … through feces or vomit, such as rotavirus and norovirus These germs can be controlled by …
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… Overview Phantom limb pain is pain that feels like it is coming from … amputated. Although the limb is gone, the nerve endings at the site of the amputation … And it may lead to a lifelong battle with chronic pain . Women who have had a breast …
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… 30a What is second-hand tobacco smoke or vapour? Second-hand tobacco smoke or vapour is a mix of smoke or vapour released by burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when …
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Overview What is organic food? Food that is labelled "organic" has been grown or raised without man-made chemical fertilizers, pest killers (pesticides), or weed killers (herbicides). And no hormones …
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… by law to accommodate medical cannabis users the same as they would anyone else with … try to minimize intoxication. Non-medical users may be taking cannabis for euphoric …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview A poison is a substance that … tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as … habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment …
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… Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) rarely has complications. When it does, they are often … severe obstruction of the urine flow. These complications include: Complete blockage of … in the prostate (chronic prostatitis). Other complications of BPH may include bladder …