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… like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral … closer attention to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), …
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… diet aids? Long-term studies are the only way to tell if a medicine or natural health product works and is safe. And … It is costly and possibly dangerous to depend on these medicines to control your weight for long periods of time. … in your body and how they will interact with any other medicines or natural health products you are taking. You …
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… a tonsillectomy for your child. Treat tonsillitis with medicines and home treatment. Key points to remember … sure that your child gets plenty of rest. Over-the-counter medicines (such as acetaminophen) and frozen treats (such as Popsicles) can help relieve a sore throat. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label. If …
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… will be awake but feel no pain. You also will likely have medicine to make you feel relaxed and sleepy. The doctor … about a few things. These include whether: You're taking medicine to treat heart failure and to prevent abnormal … is right for you. It's important to keep taking your medicines for heart failure. You'll also need to follow a …
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… need a man-made form of this hormone called an ESA. This medicine is most often given as a shot under the skin … Staff Medical Review: Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Mitchell H. Rosner MD - Nephrology Current as of: …
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… After surgery, you may need to take antibiotics or other medicines to aid healing and prevent infection. How can you … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… Use locks on doors and cupboards. Lock up knives, scissors, medicines, cleaning supplies, and other dangerous items. Use … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Teresa L. McGillick RN - Registered Nurse Current …
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… disorders in children are usually treated with counselling, medicines, or both. Treatment may vary based on your child's … PhD - Psychology, Behavioral Health Lesley Ryan MD - Family Medicine Donald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… in people who: Are very overweight. Are older. Used steroid medicines . Smoke. Had a wound infection after surgery or … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kenneth Bark MD - General Surgery, Colon and Rectal …