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… Knee Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … bones inside the knee joint is covered by articular cartilage. It absorbs shock and provides a smooth, gliding surface … than others. Many jobs, sports and activities, getting older, or having a disease such as osteoporosis or arthritis …
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… Arm Problems, Non-Injury On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … tingling, weakness, or changes in temperature or colour. Older adults have a greater chance of having arm problems. That's because they lose muscle mass as they age. Children may have arm problems because they are usually …
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… Colon Polyps On this page: … risk? You are more likely to have colon polyps if you: Are older. Risk increases with age. Have people in your family … in your bowel habits. A change in bowel habits includes diarrhea, constipation, using the toilet more often or less …
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… Body Piercing Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … (stomach) : nausea, pain or cramps, vomiting, diarrhea Cardiovascular (heart) : paler than normal skin …
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… Burns to the Eye On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … fumes get into the eye. Many substances won't cause damage if they are flushed out of the eye quickly. Acids (such … old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 years or older 4 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… symptoms of respiratory illnesses. Chest Problems Coughs, Age 11 and Younger Coughs, Age 12 and Older Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory …
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… E. Coli Infection From Food or Water On this page: Cause Prevention Symptoms Examinations … , and most of them are harmless. But some can cause bloody diarrhea. Some strains of E. coli may also cause severe … long-term disability or death in some children and older adults. When E. coli causes serious problems with the …
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… Meningitis On this page: How it Spreads What Increases Your … in children, teens, and young adults. Also at risk are older adults and people who have long-term health problems, … home treatment. Your baby has a fever that comes and goes, diarrhea, vomiting, a swollen belly, and a shrill cry. Call …
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… Elder Abuse On this page: Overview Overview What is elder abuse? Elder abuse is the mistreatment of an older person. It can be physical abuse, emotional abuse, or … marks. Cuts, punctures, or untreated injuries in various stages of healing. Broken bones, including the skull. Sprains, …
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… Probiotics On this page: Overview Overview Probiotics are a … in good bacteria may lead to digestive problems like diarrhea, gas, and cramping. It may also lead to infections … to be sure that probiotics are safe for young children, older adults, and people who have weak immune systems. If …
