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… any vaccine. There is an extremely rare possibility of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? …
Medical tests
… Test Overview Laryngoscopy is an examination that lets your doctor look at the back of your throat, your voice box (larynx) , and vocal cords with a scope …
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 this product and your specific health needs. Uses Fluticasone is used to …
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 this product and your specific health needs. Uses Fluticasone is used to …
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 this product and your specific health needs. Warning Desmopressin can rarely …
Health topics
… use. Identify all aspects of a stressful event. Think about your behaviour, thoughts, and feelings. For example, if you have just been laid off from your job, you need to identify: Behaviours, such as the need … money for your family, and make other adjustments in your life. Negative thoughts, such as "I'll never get another …
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… can be quite serious. So it's a good idea to learn about your risks and how to protect yourself and other people. People who are most in need of … animal has touched, such as bedding, a kennel, a stall, or your own clothing. Touch feces or urine from an animal. Are …
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… ER if you have been in a major accident or for potentially life-threatening symptoms like: Trouble breathing, or catching your breath Severe abdominal or chest pain/pressure Weakness or tingling on one side of your body Loss of consciousness Heavy bleeding For those …
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… losing a loved one, an opportunity, or a valued way of life. If you find yourself feeling guilty about a past action or inaction, set aside time to think about your feelings and work through the following exercise. Write …
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… Overview Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure in which your fallopian tubes are blocked, cut, or sealed. It's done to prevent your eggs from travelling from your ovaries into the … pregnancy) rather than in the uterus. This can become a life-threatening emergency. There is no guarantee that you …
