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Burns and scalds in young children

… movement. Surgery is usually required to restore normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders …
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Bacterial vaginosis BV

… common mild imbalance of bacteria in the vagina. The vagina normally contains harmless bacteria. BV occurs when that …
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Clostridium difficile C difficile

… 7% of people without causing illness. Your intestines also normally contain many good bacteria that help you digest …
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Managing constipation with diet adults

… belly pain and bloating (gas) and make you feel unwell. Normal bowel movements are soft and pass easily through your …
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Tetanus diphtheria pertussis polio Tdap-IPV vaccine

… may be present but these generally do not interfere with normal activity. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen …
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Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… right? Food contaminated by botulism may look and smell normal, making it hard to tell if it is poisoned. Never eat, …
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Urethritis

… transmitted can infect the urethra. For example the normal bacteria that grow in the genital area can infect the …
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Cervicitis

… in the amount and/or color of fluid from the vagina Abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods or after … it is important to keep using your birth control as you normally would. If you have concerns, use condoms until your …
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Seniors falls can be prevented

… and reduced quality of life. Falls, however, are not a normal part of aging. They are predictable and preventable. …
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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical …