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… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure, also known as a fever seizure, is a seizure caused by a fever. They can …
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… Q fever Last updated October 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is Q fever? Q fever is a disease that spreads from animals to humans. It …
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… Yellow fever vaccine Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … receive and take this with you on your trip. What is yellow fever vaccine? Yellow fever vaccine helps protect against the yellow fever virus. …
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… sick. What are the symptoms? A child with roseola has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher … in temperature may cause a febrile seizure, also known as a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it … emergency department. For more information about febrile seizures, see HealthLinkBC File #112 Febrile seizures (fever …
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… is best for taking temperatures by the armpit and mouth. Fever strips and pacifier thermometers do not give an … Several factors influence the ability of NCITs to detect fever accurately, including: Relative humidity Significant … File #84 Reye syndrome HealthLinkBC File #112 Febrile seizures (fever seizures) For more information about fever …
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… soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was given. Fever, headache, muscle soreness, nausea, a rash that looks … Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g., Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g., Aspirin®) should not be given … Reye syndrome . Rarely, more serious reactions can include seizures caused by fever (about 1 child in 3,000), a …
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… redness and swelling where the vaccine was given. A mild fever, swelling in the cheeks or neck, and a rash that looks … Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given … an inflammation of the brain. This can lead to seizures, deafness or permanent brain damage. About 1 person …
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… an inflammation of the brain, which can lead to seizures, deafness, or brain damage. One out of every 3,000 … at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, and red and inflamed eyes that are … . What should I do if I think I have measles? If you have a fever and rash, and think you may have measles, especially …
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… immune globulin? Common reactions to TIg may include fever and soreness where the immunization was given. Some … Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given … of tetanus may include headache, trouble swallowing, seizures, fever and sweating, high blood pressure and fast …
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… an inflammation of the brain, that can lead to seizures or brain damage. About 1 in 20 people with mumps … you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include fever, sore muscles, headache and swelling of the salivary … such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have a fever Get plenty of rest Use an ice pack or heating pad for …
