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… other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral Moderate: 38°C (100.4°F) to 39.9°C (103.9°F), oral Moderate fever: 38°C (100.4°F) to 39.9°C …
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… under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . What should I do if my child is …
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… 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 years or older Are you male or … These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … or are more severe. Learn more Child Safety: Preventing Falls Preventing Falls in Older …
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… Overview A fever is the body's normal and healthy reaction to infection and other … Sick Baby is sick (sleepier than usual, not eating or drinking like usual) Do you think … It may be getting hard to breathe with activity (mild difficulty breathing), or you …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview A fever is the body's … fever, your other symptoms will help you know how serious your illness is. Temperatures in … A temperature of up to 38.9°C (102°F) can be helpful because it helps the body fight …
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… fever virus. This includes researchers and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of … fever virus. This includes researchers and lab employees. Adults and children 9 months of …
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… if you are an older adult or have a weakened immune system. People with diseased or … if you are an older adult or have a weakened immune system. People with diseased or …
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Overview Eclampsia is pregnancy-related seizure activity that is caused by severe pre-eclampsia . Less than 1% of women who have pre-eclampsia experience seizures. footnote 1 Eclampsia is …
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Overview People with non-epileptic seizures (NES) have periods of seizure-like activity. NES are characterized by a loss of or change in physical function without a central nervous system problem. …
