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… with diabetes, may increase your risk for developing heart disease. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with … sweating fast/irregular heartbeat dark urine signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine) … angle) stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, chronic constipation, paralytic ileus) difficulty swallowing …
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… Basics What is type 1 diabetes? Type 1 diabetes is a disease that starts when the pancreas stops making enough of … These include the eyes, heart, blood vessels, nerves, and kidneys. Type 1 diabetes can occur at any age, but it … to serious problems. It can: Harm your eyes, nerves, and kidneys. Damage your blood vessels, leading to heart disease …
Medications
… your medical history, especially of: glaucoma heart failure kidney disease liver disease breathing problems (such as chronic obstructive lung disease-COPD, sleep apnea) personal …
Medications
… sex partners, infection with a sexually transmitted disease-STD, or use/abuse of drugs or alcohol. … daily with or without food. The dosage is based on your kidney function, medical condition, and response to … mental/mood changes (such as depression, anxiety) signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine, …
Medications
… Ganciclovir is an anti-viral drug. It is used to prevent disease caused by a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV) in … changes (such as confusion, hallucinations) signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine) … doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems a low number of blood cells (red or white …
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… can cause health concerns. People with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older … body. Particles can worsen existing heart and respiratory diseases, including emphysema and bronchitis. Children who …
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… is treatment after an individual has been exposed to a disease. There is no evidence to support post-exposure … prophylaxis for hepatitis C virus (HCV). However, chronic hepatitis C infection may be prevented or cured with … blood sample taken. The sample is sent to the BC Centre for Disease Control for testing. Here is a list of public …
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… modifications Asthma symptoms Asthma is a common chronic condition causing swelling and inflammation of the … risk for serious problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. It is recommended that people with asthma and … ones get vaccines to reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. For more information about vaccines see: …
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… Flu, COVID-19, and whooping cough (pertussis) are dangerous diseases for newborns and young infants. The flu and … footnote 2 This is especially important if you have a chronic health problem (including asthma). The intranasal … footnote 2 This is especially important if you have a chronic health problem (including asthma). The intranasal …
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… help treat a bacterial infection. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) COPD: Handling a Flare-Up Current as of: … help treat a bacterial infection. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) COPD: Handling a …
