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… disease before immunization. It is now more common in young adults. Mumps can cause encephalitis, an inflammation of the … occurs in less than 1 in 20,000 people who get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the …
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… No Problems with urination How old are you? 11 years or younger 11 years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 … of your diabetes medicine. You may not be eating enough or drinking enough fluids. An illness plan for people with … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… back of the throat. This type occurs more often in older adults because of other health problems they may have. … adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes Symptoms of shock No Symptoms of shock Are … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… to stir fries, casseroles or salads Have steamed edamame (young soybeans) as a snack or side dish Add TVP to tomato … (#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) …
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… dermatitis) is the most common skin problem in babies and young children. The skin may look red, raw, scalded, or … be caused by a fungal infection or bacterial infection . Adults may get diaper rash if they can't wash the genital … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… medicine precautions . Ibuprofen (such as Motrin or Advil) Adults: The initial dose is 400 mg. Follow-up doses are 200 … dose to give, and how often to give the dose. For children younger than 6 months of age, follow what your doctor has … lasts or comes back. Anemia . Bleeding problems. A habit of drinking more than 3 alcoholic drinks a day. This increases …
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… your baby does not seem to respond to loud noises or your young child is not making sounds or talking at the expected ages. In adults Gradual hearing loss can affect people of all ages. … your baby does not seem to respond to loud noises or your young child is not making sounds or talking at the expected …
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… to make too many lymphoblasts. Lymphoblasts are a type of young white blood cell. They usually become mature … infection-fighting cells called lymphocytes. But if those young cells don't mature like they should, they can become … be pale or have a headache. Other symptoms in children and adults include bruising, bleeding easily, and bone pain. How …
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… bites, or infection from parasites Be very careful when driving in a foreign country and on unfamiliar roads. Use … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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… may include inability to wake up and slowed breathing. Drinking alcohol may also result in severe stomach … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Missed Dose Not applicable. Storage Store at room …