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… that can often be life-threatening. TSS develops suddenly after certain types of bacteria enter the bloodstream and … In general, TSS symptoms can develop as soon as 12 hours after a surgical procedure. Symptoms usually develop in 3 to … or menstrual cups. If you experience the above symptoms after using tampons, a menstrual cup or after a surgery or …
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… care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and after you develop symptoms and for as long as you remain … mouth, nostrils and eyes. Put on clean clothes and bedding after applying treatment. Itchiness may continue for up to 4 weeks after treatment. This is common and will improve. Do not …
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… the virus to others from up to 5 days before and 5 days after the rash appears. They are most contagious from the day before and for the first few days after the rash appears. To reduce the spread of chickenpox, … illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or the blisters have crusted. …
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… concerns, this is specified when the vaccine is approved. After a vaccine has been approved for use, its safety is … provider if any unusual or unexpected side effects happen after getting the vaccines. There is an extremely rare … one in million, of a life-threatening allergic reaction after getting a vaccine. If this happens, it is most likely …
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… inside the mouth. Symptoms can start as soon as 7 days after a person is infected with the measles virus. What if I … the illness. You need to get the vaccine within 72 hours after exposure in order to be protected against the measles … can spread the virus to others from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can …
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… and chemicals. Your new kidney may start to work very soon after surgery. Or it may not start to work well for a few … will remove the stitches or staples about 1 to 3 weeks after surgery. Most people need to take about 4 weeks off … Most people go home from the hospital 5 to 10 days after surgery. It will probably take about 4 weeks before …
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… This test takes about 10 minutes. It's done 3 to 6 hours after you are given the tracer. Another scan may be done in 24 hours. After an RAIU test, you can do your regular activities. How … or stool within a day. So be sure to flush the toilet right after you use it, and wash your hands well with soap and …
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… anything in your ear. Avoid getting water in the ear until after the problem clears up. Use a hair dryer set on low to carefully dry the ear after you shower. Take an over-the-counter pain medicine … swimmer's eardrops, such as Swim-Ear. Use them before and after swimming or getting your ears wet. Read and follow all …
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… with time. You may worry about what your life will be like after a colostomy. Many people who have colostomies lead … to care for your colostomy. Most people go home 4 to 7 days after the surgery. You will probably need about 6 weeks to … stay of 3 days to 2 weeks. You may have a colostomy right after other surgery. You can expect some discomfort during …
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… a soft cloth to clean your baby's gums. Start a few days after birth, and do this until the first teeth come in. As … that children have a dental examination within 6 months after the first tooth appears or by their first birthday. … help you see if any plaque is left on your child's teeth after brushing. These tablets are chewable and will colour …
