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… sources are nearby. For example, be safe when using a hair dryer in the bathroom. Don't let your child play with toys … the action of the corrosive or irritating chemicals on the skin. A chemical burn on the skin is often deeper and larger … sources are nearby. For example, be safe when using a hair dryer in the bathroom. Don't let your child play with toys …
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… Each layer serves a purpose: The layer closest to your skin should wick moisture away from your body. Another layer … you from wind and rain (without holding sweat next to your skin). If you are outside, don't forget about the sun. Use … Each layer serves a purpose: The layer closest to your skin should wick moisture away from your body. Another layer …
Medications
… and response to treatment. To lower your chance of having a skin reaction while using pemetrexed, your doctor will … have any serious side effects, including: numbness/tingling skin swelling ankles/feet/hands signs of kidney problems … symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) …
Medications
… medication is given by injection into a vein or under the skin by a health care professional. If you are receiving this medication under the skin, make sure that the injection site is changed each time … symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) …
Medical tests
… ultrasound , a hand-held device is passed lightly over the skin above a blood vessel. The device is called a … left side with your belly exposed. Gel is applied to the skin to help the sound waves pass through. The transducer is placed in the gel and moved along the skin. You need to lie very still during the test. You may …
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… contusions ). They occur when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, often from a twist, bump, or fall. Blood leaks into tissues under the skin. It causes a black-and-blue colour that often turns … to help restore and keep flexibility. Some experts advise switching between heat and cold treatments. Rub the area. …
Medications
… totally dark areas after treatment. You should expose your skin to regular indoor/indirect light because doing so will help stop any drug in your skin from causing damage to skin cells. If any of the … symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) …
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… bacteria mostly found in soil. When the bacteria enter the skin through a cut or scrape, they produce a poison that can … through the air by people sneezing or coughing or by direct skin-to-skin contact. The disease can result in very severe …
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… bacteria mostly found in soil. When the bacteria enter the skin through a cut or scrape, they produce a poison that can … the air by people sneezing or coughing, and by direct skin-to-skin contact. The disease can result in very serious …
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… own fruits and vegetables. Do not eat the produce if the skin is broken or bruised Do not eat undercooked or raw meat, fish or shellfish Sun protection Protect your skin and eyes from damage caused by the sun. Wear clothing that covers your skin and eyes such as a hat with a wide brim and sunglasses …