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… page: What is bronchitis? Bronchitis means that the tubes that … after having an upper respiratory tract infection such as a cold or influenza (flu). Sometimes acute bronchitis is … have a cough for more than 4 weeks. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and examine …
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… Diaper Rash On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … things can affect how your body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . … make them worse. Recent health events , such as surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards …
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… Others experience mixed feelings, conflict and tension. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs … crime or a situation that puts an older adult at immediate risk, call the police or 9-1-1 right away. Advise that you …
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… page: What is fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful pain medicine made … breathing, or not breathing. Gurgling or choking noises. Cold, clammy skin. Blue or purple lips and nails. A limp … or benzos (benzodiazepines). Combining them decreases your breathing rate. This can lead to overdose or death. …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Avoid tobacco use and … your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely …
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… works. Be sure you know how to take this medication and what other drugs you should avoid taking with it. See also … change happens faster and more completely than usual, which increases the risk of very serious side effects. Get medical … labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products, other headache medications) because they may …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamnese What is malaria? Malaria is a very serious disease caused by … Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … coma and even death. Areas of the world where malaria is a risk include Africa, South East Asia, South Asia, the Middle …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … health needs. Warning There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as … labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … the Pomalyst REMS guidelines in order to avoid any possible exposure of an unborn baby to the drug. Consult your doctor … labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that …
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… Angioplasty On this page: Treatment Overview How It Is Done What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Coronary angioplasty is … a thin, flexible tube called a catheter into an artery in your upper leg (groin) or wrist. The doctor moves the …