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51c If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home isolation. Home isolation means …
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… you need to call your health care provider. During your treatment for TB disease, you will … you need to call your health care provider. During your treatment for TB disease, you will …
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… or leaves the room needs to wash his or her hands thoroughly. You may be allowed to have … or leaves the room needs to wash his or her hands thoroughly. You may be allowed to have …
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… TB bacteria in it. Doctors sometimes do other tests on sputum and blood or take a chest … to treat pulmonary TB. You may need other treatments depending on where in your body the … (TB) in the lungs (pulmonary TB) by using a medical history and physical examination, and …
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… or you have certain health conditions or medications that weaken your immune system. TB … or you have certain health conditions or medications that weaken your immune system. TB …
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… germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the … organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, you can get medicines to prevent or cure TB. … inside the sputum bottle or inside the cap Take a deep breath. Hold the air for a few …
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… of the world where TB is common. Live or have lived in crowded conditions where TB can … home. You may also be tested for TB if you have HIV, other medical problems, or misuse … of the world where TB is common. Live or have lived in crowded conditions where TB can …
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Actionset Overview When blood pressure is high, it starts to damage the blood vessels, heart, and kidneys. This can lead to heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and other problems. But if you don't …
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… or who have poor eyesight. People who have conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or … or who have poor eyesight. People who have conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or …
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… risk factors for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Soother safety Many babies love the …