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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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Complete blood count (CBC) - Mayo Clinic
What the results may indicate Results in the following areas above or below the typical ranges on a complete blood count might point to a problem Red blood cell count, hemoglobin and hematocrit The results of these three are related because they each measure a feature of red blood cells
- 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
- Snoring - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Sometimes it may also indicate a serious health condition In addition, snoring can be a nuisance to your partner Lifestyle changes, such as losing weight, avoiding alcohol close to bedtime or sleeping on your side, can help stop snoring In addition, medical devices and surgery are available that may reduce disruptive snoring
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