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… vomit or urine, may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … vomit or urine, may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … been exposed. Unless it is the same health care provider caring for both individuals, the exposed person needs to …
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… and movement you have) or on where the damage occurred. When a nerve in the spinal cord is injured, the nerve … control body parts in that area . When the spinal cord is damaged, messages can't "jump over" the damaged area. This means that messages sent from the brain …
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… you barely able to walk. How can you care for yourself when you have a calf muscle injury? Most calf muscle strains … Try to do this every 1 to 2 hours for the next 3 days (when you are awake) or until the swelling goes down. After 2 … in the area below the bandage. Prop up the leg on a pillow when you ice it or anytime you sit or lie down during the …
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… What You Can Expect Common Concerns Routine Checkups When to Call a Doctor Building Skills at Home Related … to say what we mean, and understanding what others say. When does speech and language development begin? Infants … with treatment such as speech therapy. Treatment works best when problems are caught early. Speech therapy helps your …
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… Their bodies are still able to make and use insulin. When diabetes is in remission, the risk that it could come … don't fully understand why. How can you care for yourself when you have type 2 diabetes? Keep your blood sugar at a … Their bodies are still able to make and use insulin. When diabetes is in remission, the risk that it could come …
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… into food while the food is growing, during processing, or when it is prepared. You may have become ill after eating … make sure you do not become dehydrated. Dehydration occurs when your body loses too much fluid. This can happen when you throw up a lot or have diarrhea. What should you do …
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… effects. This drug may increase the risk of liver damage (when taken with a "statin") or muscle damage when taken with a fibrate or "statin". Tell your doctor … During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with …
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… appear. This increases the chance of finding the infection when it can be cured or treated to avoid long-term problems. … is removed from the spinal canal. How It Feels Blood sample When a blood sample is taken, you may feel nothing at all … or pinch. Sore or skin sample You may feel some discomfort when fluid is collected from an open sore. But syphilis …
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… using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down at … children. They can be unpredictable and get in your path when you least expect it. Be sure the rubber tips on your … use your strong or uninjured leg to take the first step when you go up stairs or a curb (see instructions for curbs …
