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… breathing Would you describe the breathing problem as severe, moderate, or mild? The symptoms in an adult or older … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners … in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A …
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… colour and amount of the fluid use a sanitary pad do not take baths, put in a tampon, or have sex The type of … a sign of a liver disorder called HELLP syndrome, a type of severe pre-eclampsia. HELLP is rare but very serious. If you … think you are experiencing symptoms of HELLP syndrome, you should seek emergency medical treatment. Breech position By …
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… skin. The blood is alarming, but often the injury is not severe and you can stop the bleeding with home treatment. … known as shaken baby syndrome. Anyone with a head injury should be watched, especially from the causes noted above. … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …
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… stones are another urinary problem that can cause mild to severe urinary symptoms. Men ages 20 to 30 are affected most … have a fever? Yes Possible fever No Possible fever Did you take your temperature? Yes Temperature taken No Temperature taken How high is the fever? The answer …
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… such as fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Some people have more severe reactions to bites or stings. Babies and children may … across two major joints, such as from the elbow to the shoulder. A skin infection at the site of the bite or sting. … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …
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… a stuffy nose Would you describe the breathing problem as severe, moderate, or mild? The symptoms in an adult or older … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners … the questions. Based on your answers, you may be able to take care of this problem at home. Try home treatment to …
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… Yes May be dehydrated No May be dehydrated Are the symptoms severe, moderate, or mild ? Severe Severe dehydration … of fluid usually are not enough. You need to be able to take in and keep down plenty of fluids. Yes Unable to … in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A …
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… wound No Bleeding wound Would you describe the bleeding as severe, moderate, or mild ? Severe Severe bleeding Moderate … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners … poison centre to find out what to do. Most chemicals should be rinsed off with lots of water, but with some …
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… hepatitis A and measles infections. Ig contains antibodies taken from human blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune … hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may … It can prevent these infections or make the illness less severe. What are the possible reactions after immune …
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… Ask someone to help you. If you can't find someone to take over for you and you still feel out of control, call … breathing Would you describe the breathing problem as severe, moderate, or mild ? Severe Severe difficulty … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …