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… With cutaneous anthrax, symptoms usually appear 5 to 7 days after exposure to spores, though it may take longer. The first symptom may be a small, raised bump that might itch. … after exposure. (But it can take as long as 60 days). At first you may feel like you have influenza (flu), with a …
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… in past 24 hours Have you had a nose injury in the past 2 weeks? Yes Nose injury in past 2 weeks No Nose injury in … for some people to feel a little light-headed when they first stand up. But anything more than that may be serious. … surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards or make them more serious. Your health habits and …
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… the cause. Contact dermatitis doesn't always occur the first time you are in contact with the irritating substance ( allergen ). After you've had a reaction to the substance, a rash can … rash No Painful rash Have you had the rash for more than 2 weeks? Yes Rash for more than 2 weeks No Rash for more than …
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… it's common for newborns to pass some pink urine in the first 3 days of life. This may be from crystals in the … Discharge from the vagina. Sudden, new daytime wetting after a child has been toilet trained. UTIs are caused when … after an injury Did the injury happen within the past 2 weeks? Yes Injury within past 2 weeks No Injury within past …
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… usually starts gradually and may go away within 24 hours after an activity. Over time, it may take longer for the … counterforce brace . You will probably feel better in a few weeks, but it may take 6 to 12 months for the tendon to … You can try heat, or alternating heat and ice, after the first 3 days. Do what works for you. Try using a brace. Wear …
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… week. The area around it may also be swollen and bruised at first. The area in front of the incision may be numb. This numbness usually gets better after several months. You may feel more tired than usual for several weeks after surgery. You can do light activities around the …
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… you've been hit with a whip. The welts may last for 1 to 2 weeks, and itchy skin rashes may appear 1 to 4 weeks after the sting. Most jellyfish stings aren't severe. … control itching. You may need to check with your doctor first if you need to use the cream for a child younger than …
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… than usual. The symptoms usually are the worst for the first 3 or 4 days. But it can take 1 to 2 weeks to get completely better. It usually takes 1 to 4 days to get symptoms of the flu after you have been around someone who has the virus. Most …
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… while standing or walking) Right away, as tolerated 0 to 6 weeks Walk without crutches 2 to 7 days 4 to 6 weeks Drive, … of motion 1 to 2 weeks Motion is typically restricted for first 4 to 6 weeks to allow the meniscus to heal. Return to … of motion 1 to 2 weeks Motion is typically restricted for first 4 to 6 weeks to allow the meniscus to heal. Return to …
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… the breastbone). Doctors do most open gallbladder surgeries after trying first to remove the gallbladder with laparoscopic surgery. A … Most people can return to their normal activities in 4 to 6 weeks. Open surgery involves more pain afterward and a …
