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Jul 12, 2024 · Overview Dysarthria happens when the muscles used for speech are weak or are hard to control. Dysarthria often causes slurred or slow speech that can be difficult to understand. Common …

May 14, 2024 · Today, new and better versions of drug-eluting stents are available. These stents are safe and effective for most people when used with anti-clotting medicines as prescribed. In general, …

Jan 22, 2025 · Fainting occurs when the brain doesn't receive enough blood for a brief time. This causes loss of consciousness. Consciousness is usually regained quickly. Fainting might have no medical …

Mar 25, 2025 · Central-acting agents are medicines that slow the heartbeat and lower blood pressure. They block the signals from the brain to the nervous system that narrow blood vessels and make the …

Nov 7, 2024 · Very short stature of 4 feet 10 inches or less that results from a genetic or medical condition is considered dwarfism. Learn about causes and treatment.

Mar 21, 2024 · Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a common surgery that's used to treat urinary problems that are caused by an enlarged prostate. An instrument called a resectoscope is …

Aug 17, 2024 · An antidepressant isn't always a direct cause of weight gain. Learn the other causes of weight gain when taking antidepressants and how to manage weight.

Jan 18, 2025 · Diagnosis Your healthcare professional reviews your medical history, your risk factors for preterm labor and your symptoms. If you have regular uterine contractions and your cervix starts to …

Apr 30, 2025 · Your doctor will likely diagnose viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) based on symptoms, a physical exam and sometimes on the presence of similar cases in your community. A rapid stool test …