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… scalp have many blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. Although this amount of bleeding may be alarming, many … scalp have many blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. Although this amount of bleeding may be alarming, many …
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… , or ectopic pregnancy . Male genital problems, such as a skin infection of the scrotum, a prostate infection ( … , or ectopic pregnancy . Male genital problems, such as a skin infection of the scrotum, a prostate infection ( …
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… joints. Blood flow, by taking your pulse and assessing your skin colour and temperature. For damage to your nerves or … joints. Blood flow, by taking your pulse and assessing your skin colour and temperature. For damage to your nerves or …
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… medicine taken (for example, by mouth [orally] or through a skin patch)? How long will I have to take it? What if I … medicine taken (for example, by mouth [orally] or through a skin patch)? How long will I have to take it? What if I …
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… a bile duct and causing an infection. Yellowing of your skin and the whites of your eyes. Pain can last 15 minutes … or upper right abdomen, along with a yellow tint to your skin and the white part of your eyes, dark yellow-brown … of gallstones but no fever, chills, or yellowing of your skin or the white part of your eyes, you may still need to …
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… is it diagnosed? Doctors diagnose bacterial vaginosis by asking about the symptoms, doing a pelvic examination , and … a vaginal infection. Watchful waiting It's a good idea to contact or see your doctor about unusual vaginal symptoms. … Exams and Tests Doctors diagnose bacterial vaginosis by asking about symptoms, doing a pelvic examination , and …
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… In a pallid spell: The heartbeat may slow down. Changes in skin colour. In a cyanotic spell: The skin may turn red or blue-purple, especially around the lips. In a pallid spell: The skin may be pale and sweaty. Crying. In a cyanotic spell: …
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… reaction. Small doses of allergens are injected under the skin. Over time, allergy shots can reduce the severity of … very small amount of the insect venom is injected under the skin. At first, you get one or more shots about once a week. … reactions that include itching, hives, or swelling of the skin near where you had the shot. More serious but less …
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… A colostomy is surgery that makes an opening in the skin on the belly and connects the bowel (colon) to that … remaining section of the colon to an opening made in the skin. This creates a stoma. Colostomy pouch in place slide 5 … opening can become infected. To prevent this, keep your skin under the pouch clean and dry. Current as of: …
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… and well-being. And it's also a good time to check their skin for sores or rashes. How often a person bathes can … or no-rinse shampoo. Body lotion that is especially for dry skin. A removable showerhead with a long hose (if you have … groin. When you help someone bathe, remember to check their skin as you go for signs of rashes or sores. Pay special …