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If you are diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, your health care provider may recommend that your close blood relatives (family members) be screened for the condition. Some patients with mild forms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are only di...
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While hypertrophic cardiomyopathy cannot be prevented, precautionary measures may prevent sudden deaths. Anyone planning to take part in a program of strenuous competitive exercise should have a checkup by a physician first.
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The pregnancy is continued if the fetus is disease-free.If a genetic defect is found in the fetus, parents who decide to continue the pregnancy may be better prepared to care for the infant by educating themselves about the disease in advance. For...
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Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
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Genetic counseling aims to facilitate the exchange of information regarding a person''s genetic legacy. It attempts to:.assess the risk of recurrence in the concerned family members and their relatives.provide support groups that will help family m...
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Detailed information on when to seek genetic counseling Genetic counseling is a professional assessment of a person's or couples' risk factors regarding their family history and/or a pregnancy. The goal of genetic counseling is not only risk assessment, but also to explain the cause and inheritance of a disorder, the availability of testing, the prognosis, medical management, and treatment. Genetic counseling sessions typically last one hour or longer, depending upon the complexity of the case.Genetic counseling can be provided by a geneticist, a physician with special training and Board Certification in genetics, or by genetic counselors. Genetic counselors have a minimum of a master's degree in genetic counseling or related field, which includes extensive training in human clinical genetics and counseling. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) offers a certification examination for this discipline every three years.
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Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
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Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
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A branch of science that attempts to understand the fundamental biologic makeup of organisms by examining the genetic blueprints in each cell.The nucleus of every cell holds the key to nearly every visible and invisible feature of the human body, ...
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Information about a patient's family history is valuable in assessing the risk of mental illness. Within the field of psychiatry, the importance of genetic counseling is growing, but on its own it cannot provide all the answers.
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By doing the things your doctor recommends, you can lower your blood pressure and your health risks.
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Several kinds of medicine are commonly prescribed for high blood pressure. Here are some of the main types.
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In most cases, high blood pressure responds to treatment, but the success of the treatment is up to you.
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A study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet reduced blood pressure.
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High blood pressure (hypertension) is called the silent killer. This is because many people who have it don't know it. You can take an easy test to see if your blood pressure is too high. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Doing so could save your life.
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If you have high blood pressure, your doctor may tell you to make changes to your lifestyle. Change isn't easy. If you want to have the best chance of success, don't try to change everything at once. You are more likely to stick with new habits if you make them one at a time. Here are things you can do to lower your blood pressure.
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Mary Pickett, M.D., is a lecturer for Harvard Medical School and an assistant professor of medicine at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR. At OHSU, she practices general internal medicine and teaches medical residents and students.
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