5127 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … provided by families, usually by a spouse, partner or adult children. Families may help an aging parent or spouse with … are very important. Talk about the current situation and plan for future needs. What can a parent or family member do …
Medical tests
… Albuminuria is most often caused by kidney damage from diabetes . But many other conditions can lead to kidney … test is done most often to check the kidneys in people with diabetes. Other conditions also cause albuminuria. These … 2 or 3 high results in a 3- to 6-month period and you have diabetes, your doctor may find kidney damage. Even though …
Health topics
… for a crisis in advance by creating a pain management plan with your doctor. This plan should include not only the … cells to sickle in exposed areas of the body. Exercise with care. Rest when you feel tired, and drink plenty of fluids … cells to sickle in exposed areas of the body. Exercise with care. Rest when you feel tired, and drink plenty of fluids …
Health topics
… Overview What is monitored anesthesia care (MAC)? Monitored anesthesia care (MAC) means that an anesthesia specialist will care for … most often done when higher doses of sedative medicines are planned. So some people use the term "MAC" to describe …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … in the body called vasopressin. In people who have "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head … and other fluids while using this medication, especially in children and older adults. Consult your doctor for details. …
Health topics
… keep breastfeeding after you return to work, it may help to plan ahead. Here are some things to think about. Employer … is born, talk to your employer about your breastfeeding plans. Work out the details of where you can breastfeed or … pump, and decide how you will store your breast milk. Also, plan for how often you will need to breastfeed or pump and …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Children's dose is also based on weight. Do not increase … make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Children's dose is also based on weight. Take this … may make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms …
Medical tests
… the cause of an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). Plan treatment for hyperthyroidism. Plan treatment for … is also not recommended for breastfeeding women or young children. Results Radioactive thyroid scan and radioactive … is also not recommended for breastfeeding women or young children. Results Radioactive thyroid scan and radioactive …
Medical tests
… in a person who takes metformin (Glucophage) to control diabetes when heart or kidney failure or a severe infection … as isoniazid for tuberculosis or metformin (Glucophage) for diabetes. Lactic acidosis is a concern for people who take metformin to control their diabetes, especially if they have poor kidney function. …
