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Medical tests
… there's nothing you have to do before this test, unless your doctor tells you to. How It Is Done A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … Normal Each lab has a different range for what's normal. Your lab report should show the range that your lab uses for …
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… gels, and suppositories. You insert the spermicide into your vagina. Spermicide can be used alone but it is usually … out of 100 have an unplanned pregnancy. Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. He or she …
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… on the spot where the ribs come together. Put the heel of your other hand just above your fingers on the breastbone. (See a picture of hand … to do next. Dealing With Emergencies Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, …
Medical tests
… there's nothing you have to do before this test, unless your doctor tells you to. How It Is Done The rapid mono test is done on a small sample of blood taken from your fingertip or from a vein. The Epstein-Barr antibody … test from a finger stick For a finger-stick sample, the health professional will puncture the skin on your middle or …
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… person's blood. Before you try to stop the bleeding : Wash your hands well with soap and water, if available. Put on … of fabric, plastic bags, or whatever you have between your hands and the wound. Have the person hold his or her … the wound and the teeth. After tooth extraction by a health professional, follow any instructions given to you by …
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… to make you sleepy, and you'll get medicines to relax your muscles. Then an electrical current is briefly sent to … to a year. This will reduce the risk of relapse. For mental health conditions, ECT is usually given along with medicine, counselling, or both. Ask your doctor when you can drive after having an ECT …
Medical tests
… as corticosteroids or chemotherapy ) that change how well your body can fight infections (immunity). For a blood … need to do anything at home to prepare for the test. Tell your health professional if you took antibiotics recently. How It …
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… decision weighs the risks and benefits of these medicines. Your doctor can help you decide. Medicines for behaviour … aripiprazole, haloperidol, and risperidone. Advisories. Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … antidepressant medicines and the risk of suicide. Talk to your doctor about these possible side effects and the …
Medications
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Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about …
