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… a substance under high pressure into the skin are serious injuries. High-pressure equipment may be used for paint, … or other liquid solvents. Most high-pressure injection injuries affect the hands and fingers. These injuries are at high risk for infection, swelling, …
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… Without treatment, strabismus can cause permanent vision problems. For example, if the child is not using one eye … develops when the eyes compensate for other vision problems, such as farsightedness or a cataract . Other … premature birth, Down syndrome, a head injury, and other problems. Adults may develop strabismus from eye or blood …
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… your child uncomfortable, but they rarely cause serious problems. There is no medical evidence that fevers from … at any age. The epiglottis is a flap of tissue at the back of the throat that you can't see when you look in the … Dehydration Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Heat-Related Illnesses Nausea …
Medical tests
… to measure the thickness of the fluid buildup at the back of the developing baby's neck. If this area is thicker … be an early sign of Down syndrome , trisomy 18 , or heart problems. The test is done between 10 and 13 weeks of … pain. For an abdominal ultrasound: You'll lie down on your back or on your side on an examination table. A gel will be …
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… Other symptoms include drainage from the nose or down the back of the throat, a reduced sense of smell, ear pain, and … medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Sinusitis: Should I Have Surgery? Sinusitis: … Other symptoms include drainage from the nose or down the back of the throat. Leaning forward or moving your head may …
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… drooping eyelids. Dry Eye Syndrome Eye Problems, Non-Injury Eyelid Problems Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: … drooping eyelids. Dry Eye Syndrome Eye Problems, Non-Injury Eyelid Problems Current as of: …
Medications
… Tell your doctor right away if you notice symptoms such as back pain, leg numbness/tingling/weakness, loss of control … may also be used to treat and prevent clots from coming back in patients with cancer. Other Uses This section … alcohol), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before …
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… cage and above the waist, usually on only one side of the back. The pain may spread to the lower abdomen, groin, and … medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Kidney Stones: Should I Have Lithotripsy to Break … more Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older Exams and Tests Kidney stones may …
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… fractures (for example, broken hip or broken ankle), head injuries, loss of mobility and independence, long-term … Loss of muscle mass, grip strength and balance, mobility problems, slower reflexes, muscle weakness, poor balance and … likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying Independent Checklist …
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… tubes in the ears may help for repeat infections or hearing problems. How can you prevent them in children? There are … plugged. This can affect hearing, but hearing usually goes back to normal after the fluid is gone. It may take weeks … Colds Ear Canal Problems (Swimmer's Ear) Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Ear Problems and Injuries, Age …
