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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08m Sexually Transmitted … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … or rash. The only way to know if you have HIV is to have your blood tested. What is an HIV test? If you have been …
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… Antibiotics can get rid of the infection. You should have your blood tested regularly to check the strength of your immune system and to help your doctor decide if you … Pneumonia Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… quit breastfeeding altogether. But you can keep nursing your baby. In fact, breastfeeding usually helps to clear up infection. Nursing won't harm your baby. Mastitis can be discouraging and painful. But it … while an abscess heals, you can keep breastfeeding from the healthy breast. Be sure to pump or express milk from the …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … that may increase your risk of seizures (including alcohol/sedative dependency, use of electroconvulsive …
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… as Dulcolax, Ex-Lax, Senokot, or bisacodyl—may change your body's ability to absorb vitamin D and calcium. This can cause weakening of your bones ( low bone density ). … 12 and Older Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… a fever or who does not feel well should be evaluated by a health professional. Chickenpox . Chickenpox sores in the … cancer , which may develop in any part of the oral cavity. Your chances of getting oral cancer are increased if you smoke, use smokeless (spit) tobacco, or use alcohol excessively. Skin diseases . Blisters in the mouth …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Giving Yourself Insulin Shots Actionset Overview If you have … need an insulin syringe , your bottle of insulin, and an alcohol wipe or a cotton ball dipped in alcohol. If you are … through blood. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… history to assess a person's past and current overall health and to find out how well the person functions. This … or she also will assess risk factors for dementia, such as alcohol use and heart disease. The person will also have a … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
Medical tests
… urea nitrogen (BUN) test measures the amount of nitrogen in your blood that comes from the waste product urea. Urea is … in the 24 hours before having a BUN test. How It Is Done A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … low in protein, by malnutrition, or by severe liver damage. Drinking too much liquid may cause overhydration and cause a …
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… on the type of pump you have, you may need to tell your pump to deliver a bolus to cover the amount of carbohydrate in your meal. Your diabetes team will help you figure out your … team which pumps they recommend. If your provincial health plan covers the cost of a pump, find out which pump …
