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… Immunizations On this page: Travel Immunizations Bioterrorism and … occur throughout life. Fewer immunizations are needed after age 6. But older children and adolescents need shots too. Talk with …
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… your blood sugar levels. You will learn how to manage diabetes and prevent further health problems. You will … and the Somogyi Effect Diabetes and Alcohol Diabetes and Constipation or Diarrhea Diabetes and Infections Diabetes … of Blood Sugar Test Supplies Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult Diabetes: Checking Your Feet Diabetes: …
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… Overactive Bladder On this page: … called incontinence. Overactive bladder is very common in older adults. Both men and women can have it, but it's more … tolterodine. They may cause side effects like dry mouth and constipation. Drugs that help the bladder store more urine, …
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… Graft Surgery: What to Expect After You Go Home On this page: Overview Overview Although you may … less time to resume a normal activity level than if you are older or have other medical conditions. Your recovery will … Take your pain medicine. Try warm, moist packs and massage. Have a lump over your incision. Your skin and muscle …
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… Heart Block On this page: Health Tools … blockers, and digoxin. Heart block is more common in older people and may be the result of age and a combination of factors listed above. What are the …
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… Abdominal Gas and Colic On this page: Overview Overview What causes … gas by not feeding your baby certain foods until they are older. Try these tips. Wait to give your baby cow's milk until he or she is 9 to 12 months of age. Cow's milk protein can be hard for a baby's body to …
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… How to Stop Bleeding From a Head Wound On this page: Overview Overview Minor cuts on the … restless, or fearful. Head Injury, Age 3 and Younger Head Injury, Age 4 and Older Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: …
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… Type 2 Diabetes: Screening for Adults On this page: Overview Overview … Diabetes Canada recommends testing every 3 years if you are age 40 or older. If you are at very high risk, Diabetes Canada …
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… Toilet Training On this page: Overview Toilet Readiness Common Concerns When To Call … from diapers. Bedwetting in Children Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Growth and Development, … from diapers. Bedwetting in Children Constipation, Age 11 and Younger Growth and Development, …
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… Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home On this page: Overview Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and disability in people age 65 and older. Those who fall once are 2 to 3 times more …
