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  3. Gastrointestinal bleeding - Wikipedia

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    Despite treatment, re-bleeding occurs in about 7–16% of those with upper GI bleeding. [3] In those with esophageal varices, bleeding occurs in about 5–15% a year and if they have bled once, there is a higher risk of further bleeding within six weeks. [13] Testing and treating H. pylori if found can prevent re-bleeding in those with peptic ...

  4. Diet and cancer - Wikipedia

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    Advertisement suggesting that a healthy diet helps prevent cancer. Many dietary recommendations have been proposed to reduce the risk of cancer, few have significant supporting scientific evidence. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Obesity and drinking alcohol have been correlated with the incidence and progression of some cancers. [ 1 ]

  5. C4b-binding protein - Wikipedia

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    C4b-binding protein (C4BP) is a protein complex involved in the complement system where it acts as inhibitor. C4BP has an octopus-like structure with a central stalk and seven branching alpha-chains. C4BP has an octopus-like structure with a central stalk and seven branching alpha-chains.

  6. Complement control protein - Wikipedia

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    Complement control proteins are proteins that interact with components of the complement system. The complement system is tightly regulated by a network of proteins known as "regulators of complement activation (RCA)" that help distinguish target cells as "self" or "non-self."

  7. C1-inhibitor - Wikipedia

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    C1-inhibitor (C1-inh, C1 esterase inhibitor) is a protease inhibitor belonging to the serpin superfamily. [5] Its main function is the inhibition of the complement system (C1r, C1s) to prevent spontaneous activation but also as the major regulator of the contact system (PK, FXIIa, and FXIa).

  8. Antihemorrhagic - Wikipedia

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    The stick is applied directly to the bleeding site. The high ionic strength promotes flocculation of the blood, and the astringent chemical causes local vasoconstriction. Before safety razors were invented, a styptic pencil was a standard part of a shaving kit and was used to seal shaving cuts. [ 13 ]

  9. Malabsorption - Wikipedia

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    Purpura, subconjunctival hemorrhage, or even frank bleeding may reflect hypoprothrombinemia secondary to vitamin K malabsorption. Osteopenia is common, especially in the presence of steatorrhea. Impaired calcium and vitamin D absorption and chelation of calcium by unabsorbed fatty acids resulting in fecal loss of calcium may all contribute.