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… Non-Allergic Rhinitis On this page: What is non-allergic … the nose and sinuses may also occur. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will examine you and ask about your symptoms, such as how and when your symptoms started …
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… Dry Mouth On this page: … or xerostomia (say "zee-ruh-STO-mee-uh"), occurs when your mouth doesn't make enough saliva. Saliva helps you chew, swallow, and digest your food. It also neutralizes the acids that form in your …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Child Abduction On this page: Overview Overview Many parents … worry about their child being abducted. You can teach your child how to reduce the risk of being abducted. Even … in certain situations. Here are some tips you can teach your child. Stay away from strangers. Explain what makes a …
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… Osteoporosis Screening On this page: Overview Overview If you or your doctor thinks you may be at risk for osteoporosis, you … footnote 1 Osteoporosis Canada recommends that you and your doctor check your fracture risk using a tool such as …
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… Quick-Sugar Foods On this page: Overview Overview If you are at … food with you at all times. These foods can quickly raise your blood sugar level. Eating quick-sugar food raises your blood sugar in 10 to 15 minutes. Choose fast-acting …
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… Sjögren's Syndrome On this page: … keeps the glands from working the way they should and makes your eyes and mouth dry. The disease may also cause other … caused by medicines. You may have itching and burning in your eyes. Your mouth may feel very dry, as though it is …
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… Tongue-Tie On this page: … may be made fun of by peers. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination of your child's mouth and ask about his or her symptoms. In an …
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… when its result will help inform decisions about your treatment or care. For more information about who needs … to COVID-19. If you feel unwell and are unsure about your symptoms, contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 . On this page: Testing for children and youth Rapid antigen tests …
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… Caregiving: Fingernail Care On this page: Overview Overview Nail care is … the nails softer and easier to trim. Start by gathering your supplies. You will need fingernail clippers and a nail … and nail polish remover. To trim the nails: Wash and dry your hands. You don't need to wear gloves. Use nail polish …
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… Evaluation and Treatment After a First Seizure On this page: Overview Overview After you have … it is needed. When deciding to start treatment, you and your doctor can consider how likely you are to have a second … or MRI scan. Abnormal EEG results. History of an injury to your brain, such as stroke or trauma. A seizure that …
