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… People misuse these drugs—as well as over-the-counter medicines such as cough syrups and cold pills—to get high. … medicines with alcohol or illegal drugs may increase the effects of each substance. Cocaine . This drug … increase the risk of car crashes and violent behaviour. The chance of these things happening increases when cocaine is …
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… Being overweight creates greater abdominal pressure and increases your risk for developing an inguinal hernia. Stay … have surgery. Waiting to have surgery does not increase the chance that part of your intestine or belly tissue will get … Repair (Herniorrhaphy, Hernioplasty) Self-Care Take pain medicines exactly as directed. If the doctor gave you a …
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… What Happens After Donation Risks Testing Donated Blood Related Information Overview Blood donation means giving … You have travelled to certain countries. You take certain medicines. You have certain health problems, such as HIV. … and have to limit fluids, talk with your doctor before you increase the amount of fluids you drink. Limit your physical …
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… Cardiac Rehabilitation: Exercise On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Exercise is an important part … fibres that allow it to contract and pump blood. When you increase your heart rate during aerobic exercise, the heart … your weight. Help improve your stability and reduce your chance of falling. Help increase your bone density and make …
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… Thalassemia On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is thalassemia? … and folic acid supplements. Treatment may also include medicines. For example, a medicine called luspatercept may … contain iron, and don't take extra vitamin C, which can increase how much iron you absorb from food. If you have too …
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… of Suicide in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Warning signs of suicide in … caused by physical changes related to puberty, chronic illness, or other issues. Are LGBTQ2S+ . Issues like bullying and discrimination can contribute to an increased risk. Family history Children and teens may be at …
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… Importance of Immunizations On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Immunizations save lives. They … Their only protection is for others to get vaccinated so illnesses are less common. People sometimes ask if babies … or no risk of an outbreak if people have been immunized. Related Information Immunizations Current as of: …
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… Recurrent Abdominal Pain (RAP) On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Recurrent abdominal pain (RAP) … will have ongoing episodes of RAP. Having RAP does not increase the chance of the child having an ulcer or other intestinal …
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… Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is … disease? Hand-foot-and-mouth disease is an illness that causes sores or blisters in or on the mouth and … linked to Reye syndrome , a serious illness. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label. …
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… Impetigo On this page: Related Information What is impetigo? … of crusty sores that may look yellow, gold, or brown. That increase in size and number. How is it diagnosed? Your … the bacteria. If you or your child has other signs of illness, your doctor may order blood or urine tests. How is …
