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… weeks before they have surgery. If they need a transfusion during surgery, they can receive their own banked blood. … from immune system reactions. A reaction causes your body to form antibodies that attack the new blood cells. But … to treat blood loss or to supply blood components that your body cannot make for itself. Treating blood loss Blood loss …
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… is bent, replace it with a new needle. If the needle breaks during injection, contact your doctor right away. Dosage is … barrier method such as a latex or polyurethane condom during all sexual activity. Consult your doctor or … is bent, replace it with a new needle. If the needle breaks during injection, contact your doctor right away. Dosage is …
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… Fatigue Weight loss The intensity of symptoms may change during the course of the illness. Dehydration can also … not exist normally in B.C. or Canada. Most infections occur during travel to countries where this parasite is common, … How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash fruits and vegetables …
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… for you. You may feel some discomfort or muscle twitching during the treatment. You may feel this less as you have … down the level. You'll be closely watched for any problems during the treatment. It will last about half an hour. What … treatments that you get less often. Risks Some people faint during this procedure. There is also a small risk of seizure …
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… condition. The dosage is based on your medical condition, body size, and response to therapy. Side Effects Nausea, … Not eating before your treatment may help relieve vomiting. Changes in diet such as eating several small meals or … of the arms/legs This medication can lower the body's ability to fight an infection. Tell your doctor …
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… certain bacteria from your nose and throat into your lungs. During or after an upper respiratory infection, like a cold … cold or influenza (flu) symptoms (nasal stuffiness, mild body aches or headache, mild fever). You cough up mucus that … is making it hard for you to rest. A cough is one way your body gets rid of the infection. And you should not try to …
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… HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may have physical exams and other … water, needles or syringes Never donate your blood, semen, body organs or tissues Tell your health care provider if you … with your blood, (for example, when getting tattoos, body-piercing, electrolysis or acupuncture), that you are …
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… If you have a Cryptosporidium infection do not swim in a body of water used by the public, such as: lakes, ponds, … food or drinks prepared with untreated water, especially during international travel Use safe sex practices and avoid contact with feces during sexual activity Always take a cleansing shower before …
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… scope. Esophagoscopy or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. During these tests, a thin, flexible instrument called a … swallow. You may also need to learn how to position your body or how to put food in your mouth to be able to swallow … swallow. You may also need to learn how to position your body or how to put food in your mouth to be able to swallow …
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… skin, fat, and possibly muscle from another part of the body. It is usually done after part or all of the breast is … need more than one surgery. The first surgery may be done during the mastectomy, or it may be done later as a separate … types of tissue flap surgery, named for the area of the body where the tissue is taken. TRAM (transverse rectus …
