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… being actively treated or have been in remission and off treatment for less than 1 year; hematopoietic stem cell … the source water, such as lake water, and survive through treatment, or they can enter the water supply in the … Most community water systems in B.C. have effective treatment, such as disinfection or chlorination, against …
Medications
… alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Learn how to store and discard … disease) personal/family history of bone cancer radiation treatment high level of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia) … alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Learn how to store and discard …
Medications
… dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. If you are using this medication to relieve chest … pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recent head injury anemia low blood pressure dehydration other heart … pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recent head injury anemia low blood pressure dehydration other heart …
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… can enter the spine directly during surgery or injection treatments, as the result of injury, or as a result of IV drug use. … during surgery or injection treatments, as the result of injury, or as a result of IV drug use. …
Medical tests
… done to find eye problems at an early stage and to guide treatment if eye problems develop. A slit lamp examination … as cataracts , conjunctivitis , iritis , or an infection or injury to the cornea. To help find and keep track of … To keep checking on problems such as bleeding after an eye injury. To keep checking on problems such as cataracts that …
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… soon as possible, you'll start physiotherapy. You'll learn exercises to help you get stronger. You'll also be taught … of function caused by osteoarthritis become severe and when treatment no longer relieves pain. Hip replacement is … the hip implant has to be replaced with another one. Nerve injury. This is rare. It can cause tingling, numbness, or …
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… for sickle cell trait doesn't mean that you need to have treatment or make changes in your activities. But in some … for sickle cell trait doesn't mean that you need to have treatment or make changes in your activities. But in some …
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… is Paget's disease of bone treated? Many people don't need treatment for Paget's disease. But even if you don't need … affected bones. Your doctor or physiotherapist can suggest exercises for you. Eat a healthy diet that includes plenty … affected bones. Your doctor or physiotherapist can suggest exercises for you. Eat a healthy diet that includes plenty …
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… describe where it is, how it feels, and how severe it is. Treatment issues Have I had any difficulty carrying out my treatment for this condition? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, … sugar if I have diabetes? Yes ___ No ___ Are there any new treatments or tests for this condition? What are the …
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… Helps Prevent a Heart Attack and Stroke Preventing Falls: Exercises for Strength and Balance Preventing Falls in Older … is making your depressed mood worse, get the medical treatment you need. To help keep from getting depressed: Be … have low reserves for bouncing back after an illness or injury. In the later years, this can lead to permanent ill …
