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Medical tests
… Test Overview A gallium scan is a nuclear medicine test that can check for problem areas in … that is causing a fever. Look for an abscess or certain infections, especially in the bones. Check the response to … 2 hours before the scan. This is to help your doctor more clearly see the areas of your body that are being studied. How …
Medical tests
… teeth, bone abnormalities, cysts, solid growths (tumours), infections, and fractures. Digital. These X-rays can be sent … thyroid gland from radiation. Everyone else in the room wears a protective apron or stays behind a protective shield. … care can make a problem worse. Your dentist will have you wear a lead apron over your belly to protect your baby from …
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… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma and … will have some immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from an area with risk of malaria. …
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… The germs, called pathogens, can lead to water-borne infections. Water-borne illnesses can lead to severe … an indicator of human or animal waste A flood, fire, earthquake or other event has disrupted the water supply in … Let any remaining bits settle to the bottom. Pour off the clear water into clean containers and then disinfect. Can I …
Medications
… medication should not be used by children younger than 2 years. As with all medications, discuss the risks, benefits, … may instruct you to stop using it once your eczema has cleared up and to start using it again if signs or symptoms … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: current infections (such as mononucleosis) use of light therapy …
Medications
… is used to prevent and treat a variety of fungal and yeast infections. It belongs to a class of drugs called azole … full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow the fungus to continue to grow, which may …
Medications
… Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs … be used before dental procedures in people with certain heart conditions (such as artificial heart valves) to reduce the risk of a serious infection of …
Medications
… needs. Warning Itraconazole may rarely cause or worsen heart failure. Tell your doctor right away if you develop symptoms of heart failure, such as shortness of breath, swelling … Uses Itraconazole solution is used to treat fungal infections in the mouth and throat. It belongs to a class of …
Medications
… needs. Uses Fluticasone is used to treat seasonal and year-round allergy symptoms such as stuffy/runny nose, … of: recent nose problems (such as injury, ulcers, surgery) infections (including tuberculosis, herpes eye infection) … pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your …
Medications
… does not cure warts, but it may help the infection clear faster. New warts may occur during or after treatment. … You may cover the area with cotton gauze or cotton underwear. Do not use more often or for longer than prescribed. … if your condition does not improve or if new warts appear. Side Effects Mild skin reactions such as …
