... immune system. It can cause swelling of the face and airways. Malnutrition . A recurring infection (usually bacterial). If your results show increased levels or activity of complement proteins, it may mean that your body has acute or chronic inflammation. Increased levels may be a sign of the following conditions: Certain types of cancer, such as leukemia or non-Hodgkin lymphoma Ulcerative colitis , a condition in which the lining of the large intestine and rectum become inflamed If you are ...

... During a ventilation scan: You will wear a face mask and breathe in a harmless gas that ... in your lungs, your provider will remove your face mask. As you breathe normally, the tracer will ... don't work or you have a very large clot, you may need a surgical procedure to ...

... include: Weight gain Thin arms and legs Round face Increased fat around the base of your neck ...

... physical signs of Down syndrome include a flat face, eyes that slant up, a short neck, small ... checks a sample of your blood for unusually large amounts of material from chromosome 21. This test ...

... while you exercise. You'll breathe through a face mask or mouthpiece connected to a monitor. It ... Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Don't eat a large meal within at least two hours of the ...

... back of your neck, too. Look at your face, ears, and front of your neck. Look at ...