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… After either open or percutaneous surgery, you will likely wear a cast, walking boot, or similar device for 6 to 12 … professionals recommend starting movement and weight-bearing exercises early, before the cast or boot comes off. Your total …
Medications
… serious blood clots (such as pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack, deep vein thrombosis). You may be at increased … dehydrated, have a catheter in a vein close to your heart for administering medications, or have a history of … there is an extremely small chance that you may get infections from the medication (for example, viruses such as …
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… the joints breaks down over time. As the cartilage wears down, the bone surfaces rub against each other. This … is complete. What To Expect On the day of surgery, you'll learn how to get in and out of bed. You'll also learn how to walk with a walker, crutches, or a cane. By the …
Medications
… to antibiotic drugs and make it more difficult to clear an infection. This medication may make you more … sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor … pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your …
Medications
… medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is also used to treat a certain type of … If you are giving this medication to yourself at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health … If either is present, do not use the liquid. Learn how to store and discard medical supplies safely. Drink …
Medications
… full length of time prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear after a short time. Stopping any of the drugs too early may result in a return of the infection. Side Effects … rapid breathing, pale skin, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat) A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is …
Medications
… the full length of time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a short time. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Antacids … Other acid-lowering medications for indigestion, heartburn, or ulcers (such as prescription or …
Medications
… The manufacturer recommends that children younger than 6 years old take the pellet form of this medication with food … the full length of time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a short time. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Antacids …
Medications
… bites (such as by using appropriate insect repellents, wearing clothes that cover most of the body, remaining in … tiredness, rapid breathing, pale skin/lips/nails, fast heartbeat while resting) signs of severe infection (such as … pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. While you are pregnant, traveling to an area …
Medications
… (such as unusual weight gain, cold intolerance, slow heartbeat, constipation) Treatment with this medication can … details. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious … any very serious side effects, including: symptoms of a heart attack (such as chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of …