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Diuretics, otherwise called water pills, are drugs that are used to increase the amount of urine expelled form the body. They are used to treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and reduce fluid buildup in the body. The three types of diuretics used are Thiazide, Loop, and Potassium-sparing diuretics.

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What is the cause of breathlessness after CABG?

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How often should I check my father's BP, who is 65?

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Are swollen face and bitter side effects of Budesonide?

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Which end-stage colon cancer treatment options suit my aunt?

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Can patient suffers from insomnia, weight gain, and swelling?

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How to treat persistent pulmonary hypertension of a newborn?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the limited information, a small patent foramen ovale (PFO) usually closes on its own and does not require any intervention.

My lymphocyte percentage is 44%. Should I be worried?

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How to manage high creatinine and urea in elderly?

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Does normal diet cause edema in a liver cirrhosis patient?

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Why has my mother's creatinine level spiked despite taking tablets?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As she is suffering from chronic kidney disease, she would have also had an acute kidney injury. The most common cause of such an acute insult is an infection.

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