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- Stool color: When to worry - Mayo Clinic
Stool comes in a range of colors All shades of brown and even green are considered typical Only rarely does stool color indicate a possibly serious intestinal condition Stool color is generally influenced by what you eat as well as by the amount of bile — a yellow-green fluid that digests fats
- New FDA-approved blood tests for diagnosing Alzheimers disease
The Lumipulse test uses a blood sample drawn at the doctor's office The test measures certain proteins, including a specific form of the tau protein, that can indicate the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain An amyloid plaque is a buildup of protein that is considered the hallmark sign of Alzheimer's disease
- Neurological examinations - Mayo Clinic
Neuro exams can include several types of tests Your testing may be done by a doctor who specializes in treating nervous system conditions, called a neurologist During the exam, your healthcare professional may ask about your medical history and perform tests to gauge your physical and mental status Depending on the results, you may need other testing Types of neurological tests Your
- Low blood pressure (hypotension) - Symptoms and causes
What's considered low blood pressure for one person might be OK for someone else though Low blood pressure might cause no symptoms that you notice Or it might cause dizziness and fainting Sometimes, low blood pressure can be life-threatening The causes of low blood pressure include dehydration and other serious medical conditions It's important to find out what's causing low blood
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Symptoms and causes
Peripheral artery disease is usually a sign of a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries, a condition called atherosclerosis Treatment for PAD includes exercising, eating healthy foods, and not smoking or using tobacco
- Bilirubin test - Mayo Clinic
Overview A bilirubin test checks liver health by measuring the levels of bilirubin in the blood Bilirubin is a substance produced by the breakdown of red blood cells Bilirubin (bil-ih-ROO-bin) passes through the liver and is eventually excreted out of the body Higher than usual levels of bilirubin may mean different types of liver or bile duct problems Sometimes, higher bilirubin levels
- 7 fingernail problems not to ignore - Mayo Clinic
Nail clubbing happens when the tips of the fingers get bigger and the nails curve around the fingertips It usually develops over several years Nail clubbing may be caused by: Low oxygen in the blood Lung disease Heart problems Liver cirrhosis Gastrointestinal problems
- Swollen lymph nodes - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
Swollen lymph nodes most often happen because of infection from bacteria or viruses Rarely, cancer causes swollen lymph nodes The lymph nodes, also called lymph glands, play a vital role in the body being able to fight off infections They work as filters, trapping viruses, bacteria and other causes of illnesses before they can infect other parts of the body Common areas for swollen lymph
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