...Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, tenth revision. ↩ Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition. ↩ Mind. “What treatments can help?” October 2015. Accessed April...
...infected. These include:[3] Atherosclerosis Immunosenescence (premature aging of the immune system) Increased risk of malignancy, such as cancer Increased risk of vascular diseases, such as hypertension and coronary artery disease...
...itself is divided into many subfields such as corneal disease, refractive errors, laser surgery and age-related diseases such as presbyopia or macular degeneration. Over the last few years, eye surgery...
...are preventive measures in relation to the possibility of developing certain diseases and cancers. The doctor, when all the information has been gathered, will proceed by creating a personalised treatment...
...delivered. Transtympanic electrocochleography – This diagnoses the presence of diseases, such as Meniere’s disease, that could be causing the hearing problem. As some tests can take up to 90 minutes,...
...the transplant program, the patient and the doctor will discuss: Pre-transplant tests, which include screening for infectious diseases, organ function exam, chest X-ray and image scans like PET and CT...
...pathogens and infections. Many diseases can cause an abnormal level of blood cells. These include blood cancers like leukemia and blood disorders like severe anemia. Although medications and other forms...
...shown to increase the likelihood of essential hypertension. These include the stiffening of the arteries and the onset of certain renal microvascular diseases not yet perceived as a cause.[7] Stress...
Definition and Overview Bones are made up of tissues and cells, making them susceptible to any mutation that can eventually lead to certain types of cancers and other diseases. To...
...long-term consequences, including: * Stunted growth and impaired physical development * Developmental delays and cognitive impairment * Increased risk of chronic diseases and infections * Behavioral problems and emotional disturbances...
