5560 results found
Health topics
… have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this … ET does have risks, including a slight risk of stroke and blood clots. But for most people in their 20s, 30s, or 40s … may relieve hot flashes. Some people have side effects related to low blood pressure. Gabapentin , an antiseizure …
Health topics
… Medicines That Can Cause Constipation On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Many prescription and … Examples include: Antacids. Antidepressants. Some blood pressure medicines. Cold medicines (antihistamines). … that you or your child still needs to take the medicine. Related Information Constipation, Age 12 and Older …
Health topics
… Complications of Enlarged Prostate On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Benign prostatic hyperplasia … they are often due to severe obstruction of the urine flow. These complications include: Complete blockage of the … include bladder stones or bladder infections and visible blood in the urine (gross hematuria). Related Information …
Medications
… in the gut. Aluminum and magnesium antacids work quickly to lower the acid in the stomach. Liquid antacids usually work … about using this drug safely. This medicine may contain sugar. If you have diabetes, consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this …
Health topics
… Staph Infection On this page: Related Information What is a staph … a problem when they cause infection. The infection has a higher chance of becoming serious in people who are weak or … infection. These include burning when you urinate. In your blood or more widespread, you may have a fever and feel very …
Health topics
… Fifth Disease On this page: Related Information What is fifth disease? … can be more serious for people with weak immune systems or blood disorders, such as sickle cell disease. It can also … or joint pain. If you give medicine to your baby, follow your doctor's advice about what amount to give. Be safe …
HealthLinkBC files
… as safe and enjoyable as possible, always consider the following precautions: Cleanliness and disinfection It is the … level before entering the water to ensure it is not too high. Even if the hot tub or pool will not be used for a … Sitting in hot water for a long time can cause severe heat-related illnesses, such as nausea, dizziness or fainting, …
Medications
… risk is increased when this medication is used with other "blood thinning" medications (such as aspirin, clopidogrel, … or heart attack. This medication helps keep your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the activity of certain … certain eye problems (hemorrhagic or diabetic retinopathy) high blood pressure infection of the heart kidney disease …
Health topics
… ADHD Myths and Facts On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Some of the … deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include the following: Myths and facts about attention deficit … nothing to do with a person's intellectual ability. Some highly intelligent people have ADHD. The diagnosis of ADHD …
Health topics
… Oral Cancer On this page: Related Information What is oral cancer? … caught in your throat Unexplained difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking, or moving your jaw or tongue Numbness or … around it, called a margin. Radiation therapy. This uses high-dose X-rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours. …
