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… Test Deciding About Testing Genetic Counselling Related Information Overview Colorectal cancer genetic testing can … to be tested so that if you test positive, you can be proactive with cancer screening and take measures to protect your health and that of your family. Or you may be concerned that …
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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … hormones, or fibroid embolization. This decision aid is for people who have decided to treat their uterine fibroids. … your ovaries removed may raise your risk for some long-term health problems, such as heart disease. These risks may be …
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… Jock Itch On this page: Related Information What is jock itch? Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a form of ringworm. Ringworm is not a worm at all. It is a … itch after asking questions about your symptoms and past health and by looking at your rash. Your doctor may scrape a …
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… Tinea Versicolor On this page: Related Information What is tinea versicolor? Tinea … causes many small, flat spots on the skin. The spots may form patches, usually on parts of the upper body like the … them. People with liver problems, heart problems, or other health problems may not be able to take the pills. Treatment …
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… Tetanus Infections On this page: Overview Related Information Overview How can you prevent tetanus? You can … diphtheria, and pertussis). Tdap is the first booster shot for tetanus. It is recommended at age 14 or 16. It's also … punctures, bites, burns, or scrapes, please see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is …
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… of them are mild and go away after you take the medicine for a few weeks. Taking an antidepressant for at least 6 months after you feel better can help keep … depressed again. Be sure your doctor knows about any other health conditions you have and any medicines you take …
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… Actionset Overview Side effects are a common problem for people who take antidepressants. If you are bothered by side effects, reading this information can help you learn more about how to cope with … a headache. Loss of appetite Try to eat more often. Have healthy snacks between meals. Include favourite foods at …
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… Relieving a Cough On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Coughing is your body's way of removing foreign substances and mucus from your lungs and upper … These medicines can cause problems for people with other health problems, such as asthma , heart failure , high blood …
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… Care: 3 Years to 6 Years On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 … and now you probably have regular appointments set up. If for some reason your child has not yet seen a dentist, make … this is the age during which you can teach good dental health habits. Your child can learn how to brush his or her …
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… Immunizations and Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Your immunity protects both … against or infected by a virus or bacteria, your body forms an immunity to it. Full immunity can protect you from … 2 This is especially important if you have a chronic health problem (including asthma). The intranasal vaccine …