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… aches and pains. Or you may have digestive problems such as constipation or diarrhea. You may have trouble having sex or may lose interest in it. Make older adults confused or forgetful or cause them to stop seeing … aches and pains. Or you may have digestive problems such as constipation or diarrhea. You may have trouble having sex or …
Health features
… at high risk. Infants and Children School Age Children Adults, Seniors and Individuals at High Risk Routine … program. Additional immunizations are recommended for adults, seniors and those deemed high risk. The vaccines … immunization rates in B.C. Vaccines recommended for adults in B.C. For a list of vaccines recommend for adults …
Medications
… occasionally if needed for severe diarrhea. If you develop constipation, stop taking loperamide and tell your doctor … if you do not get better or if you get worse. Side Effects Constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
Medications
… improve or if it worsens. Side Effects Dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision may … gum, drink water or use a saliva substitute. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, and … strenuous activities since heatstroke may occur. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: Lower your blood … (#68f) Fibre and Your Health (#68h) Healthy snacks for adults (#68i) Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) Vitamin D and your …
Medications
… level. Side Effects Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or constipation may occur. Diarrhea may occur less frequently. … worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, and … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be at greater risk for severe constipation. This …
Medications
… level. Side Effects Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or constipation may occur. Diarrhea may occur less frequently. … worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, and … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be at greater risk for severe constipation. This …
Health topics
… again. People of any age can get hypothyroidism, but older adults are more likely to get it. Women age 60 and older … dry skin, brittle nails, not being able to stand the cold, constipation, memory problems, and heavy or irregular … skin and brittle nails. Not being able to stand the cold. Constipation. Memory problems or trouble thinking clearly. …
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… chlamydia , syphilis , or HIV . Rectal problems, including constipation, pain, leaking of stool, or anal injury, may be … has been abused, there are resources available to help. Adults need to protect young children because children … chlamydia , syphilis , or HIV . Rectal problems, including constipation, pain, leaking of stool, or anal injury, may be …
Medications
… needs. Uses This medication is used to treat occasional constipation. It works by holding water in the stool to … overuse may result in dependence on laxatives and chronic constipation. Overuse may cause diarrhea, dehydration, and … obstruction, irritable bowel syndrome) kidney disease Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
