Causes of High Liver Enzyme Levels
High liver enzymes usually indicate short- or long-term liver cell damage. Hepatitis is the leading culprit but many other conditions can cause this finding.
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Name Different Kinds of Fluid Pills
Diuretics, as defined by Cedars Sinai Medical Center, are medications which reduce the amount of salt or sodium and water in the body. They are given for high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, water retention and kidney or liver disease.
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The Effects of Long-Term Pot Smoking
Marijuana, or "pot," is a mixture of dried, shredded leaves, stems, seeds and flowers of the hemp plant Cannabis sativa, according to Drugs.com. It is usually smoked, but some users cook it into foods. The main active chemical in marijuana is called THC, which is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol.
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Types of IV Catheters
Intravenous or IV therapy is beneficial for several conditions and medical situations including dehydration, nutrition, shock, surgery, blood transfusions, chemotherapy and medication administration. There are many types and brands of IV access catheters, and NursingCenter.
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