Exams and Tests The first step in diagnosing Reference
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history and a physical exam. As part of your medical history,
your doctor will ask you: - About your symptoms. - If you have a
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replacement surgery. - If you have any recent risk factors
(things that put you at risk) for a bacterial or fungal
infection, such as drug injection, dental procedures, or a
catheter (such as a catheter for Reference hemodialysis Opens
New Window). As part of your physical exam, your doctor will
check your body for signs of an infection. This includes: -
Looking in your eyes for small amounts of bleeding. - Looking at
your skin for tiny purple or red spots, tender bumps, or
painless red spots. - Listening to your heart for a murmur. -
Listening to your lungs for any fluid buildup. - Giving you a
neurologic exam to check for signs of a Reference stroke Opens
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