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… First Appointment On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in the … When was my last menstrual period? _____________ At what age did my menstrual cycles begin? _________ My cycles are: … explain: When was I last screened for colon cancer (if I am older than 50)? ________________ If the results were …
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… Digestive Enzymes - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … your condition lasts or gets worse. Side Effects Diarrhea, abdominal pain/cramps, or nausea may occur. If any of these effects …
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… Preventing Choking On this page: Overview Overview Don't drink too … or hard candy to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and … that may cause choking, such as marbles or jacks. Look for age guidelines when selecting toys for children. Do not let …
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… Osteoporosis Risk in Younger Women On this page: During childhood and teenage years, new bone grows faster than existing bone is … their 30s and 40s, are at lower risk for osteoporosis than older women. But your risk increases if you: Have already …
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… protect your baby, a series of shots begin at two months of age. Some immunizations are only given once or twice, while … early as October and can be given to children 6 months of age and older. Ask your healthcare provider or public health nurse …
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… Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults On this page: Cause … body. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of a UTI may include pain or burning when you urinate. You may have an urge to … So it's easier for germs to move up to the bladder. UTIs in older men are often related to prostate problems. Having an …
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… Golimumab - Subcutaneous Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … or night sweats. Uses This medication is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain types of arthritis (such as … symptoms of moderate to severe ulcerative colitis (such as abdominal pain/cramping, diarrhea, bloody stools). How To …
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… It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For …
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… offer solid foods to your baby each day depends on their age and appetite. Work towards the following: By 8 months: 2 … foods help improve your baby’s coordination and encourage self-feeding. Safe finger foods include: Cooked and … nut and seed butters Offer new textures as your baby gets older. Around 8 to 12 months of age, your baby will be able …
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… Glaucoma Screening On this page: Overview Overview If you … according to the schedule below: footnote 1 Over age 40: at least every 3 years Over age 50: at least every 2 … glaucoma include those who: footnote 2 Are middle-aged and older. The chance of getting glaucoma gets higher as you …
