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… risk of infection. It also increases the risk of getting a disease that is passed (transmitted) through blood, such as … on your arm, leg, hand, or foot that is more than just a scratch? Yes Wound on extremity No Wound on extremity For an … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune …
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… uterus or fallopian tubes and cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) . An infection may occur when there is a … to reduce irritation caused by having sex. Do not scratch the vagina or vulva. Relieve itching with a cold … to reduce irritation caused by having sex. Do not scratch the vagina or vulva. Relieve itching with a cold …
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… to respond right away. Do not wait. Give the prescribed medication called epinephrine (eh-puh-NEH-fren) right away. … to call 9-1-1 or local emergency number and how to communicate the health concern Each child’s allergy and how to help … of ingredients. This includes leftovers, foods made from scratch and any foods brought in by parents and staff Wash …
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… eating certain foods. Examples include food allergy, celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), heartburn and food … a protein extract of the food on the skin. The skin is scratched lightly to make sure the extract comes in contact … IgE antibodies. If the health history and physical exam indicate a food allergy is unlikely, the allergist may not offer …
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… humid weather may make certain types of psoriasis worse.) Scratching and picking at your skin. Also avoid skin … humid weather may make certain types of psoriasis worse.) Scratching and picking at your skin. Also avoid skin …
Healthy eating
… milk, and unsweetened tea and coffee. Make foods from scratch whenever possible. It’s easier to make healthier …
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… on your arm, leg, hand, or foot that is more than just a scratch? Yes Wound on extremity No Wound on extremity For an … diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial disease, or any surgical hardware in the area? "Hardware" … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune …
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… health problems, such as: Cystic fibrosis . Hirschsprung's disease . Lead poisoning . An overactive parathyroid gland ( … stool or diaper? Blood that is clearly coming from a scratch or an irritated area of the skin is not the same … bath doesn't work, use 1 pediatric suppository. It can lubricate the stool and make it easier to pass. Use a suppository …
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… is all that's needed. How severe your pain is, its location , and other symptoms you have may help find what is … to one area of the belly. The pain from gallbladder disease or peptic ulcer disease often starts in one area of … since injury Is there a belly wound that is deeper than a scratch? Yes Penetrating wound No Penetrating wound Have you …
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… diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial disease, or any surgical hardware in the area? "Hardware" … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune … Itchy rash Is the itching severe? Severe means that you are scratching so hard that your skin is cut or bleeding. Yes …
