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… with age. About 65 percent of people over the age of 70 have hearing problems. People over the age of 60 should schedule routine hearing tests every 2 years. If hearing loss is detected, hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccine? The protein subunit vaccine is … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is because you may not be …
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… you'll be healthy during your pregnancy. You probably won't have any serious health concerns. But it's important for you … be related to: Miscarriage . Symptoms may include: Vaginal bleeding. In the first trimester, it may be a sign of … your doctor. Cramps. Preterm labour . Symptoms may include: Abnormal vaginal discharge or fluid leaking from your …
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… (100.4ºF) or higher. During a febrile seizure, a child may have shaking or jerking movements of their body, head, arms … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. 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 …
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… information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccines? The vaccines are recommended for … . If you had, or may have had, COVID-19 you should still get the vaccine. This is because you may not be …
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… pain 1 to 4: Mild pain Mild pain Have you had any vaginal bleeding in the last 48 hours? Yes Vaginal bleeding No … incision, such as it not healing like your doctor said it should? Yes Problem with C-section incision No Problem with … if any of the following occur during self-care at home: Abnormal or increased vaginal bleeding. Lower belly pain. …
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… chafing, or bite marks in the genital area. Discharge or bleeding from the vagina. Rectal or genital bleeding. Anal … bleeding in a child before the beginning of menstruation is abnormal, as are other vaginal or genital symptoms such as … child's doctor brings up the issue of abuse. But doctors have a professional duty and legal obligation to evaluate …
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… What is Mycobacterium chimaera? What are the chances that I have or will get this infection? What are the symptoms of an infection caused by Mycobacterium chimaera? What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart transplant or …
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… large intestine (colon). These tests are used to look for abnormal growths (such as tumours or polyps ), inflammation, bleeding, hemorrhoids , and other conditions (such as … of a colon infection (very rare). Results Your doctor should be able to discuss some of the findings with you …
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… They may cause some discomfort. But afterpains help reduce uterine bleeding. They also help shrink the uterus back to the size … They may cause some discomfort. But afterpains help reduce uterine bleeding. They also help shrink the uterus back to …