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… of age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections Diarrhea Pneumonia Encephalitis (1 in every 1,000 … from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent spreading it …
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… months 3 to 5 months 3 to 5 months 6 months to less than 3 years 6 months to less than 3 years 3 to 11 years 3 to 11 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are …
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… such as listening to your toddler’s chest or looking in his ears Encourage your toddler to play "doctor" or "dentist" … time). "You held so still when the doctor looked in your ears!" Useful resources Routine checkups Making the most of …
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… be watched carefully to prevent serious problems such as hearing loss, seizures, or brain damage. Can it be prevented? … meningitis. From rodents and insects. But this is rare. Learn more Listeriosis Neisseria Meningitidis What Increases … dormitories are more likely to get it. Having other infections. This includes upper respiratory infections, …
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… This happens most often in children who are younger than 3 years and in adults who are older than age 50. When you … body's normal response. It's the way your body tries to clear your throat and windpipe. The cough is helpful, and it may clear up the problem. Inhaling a substance into your lungs can …
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… you and your loved ones live happier and healthier lives. Learn about different diseases and conditions in this … Abscess Immune Disorders Addison's Disease Celiac Disease Infections Lyme Disease Misdiagnosis of Lyme Disease …
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… from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine each year. The vaccine is available at no charge. You can find … disease. The pneumococcal vaccine protects against infections of the brain, bloodstream, lungs and ear. It is …
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… "kun-JUNK-tih-VY-tus"). The lining of the eye is normally clear and colourless. What causes it? Pink eye is most often … of pink eye include: Redness. Itchy or burning eyes. More tears than usual. The eye may drain a clear or slightly thick, whitish liquid. Grey or yellow …
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… and non-prescription medicines can cause ringing in the ears (tinnitus). A few examples are: Aspirin, ibuprofen … and naproxen (such as Aleve). Some blood pressure and heart medicines. Some antidepressants. Some cancer medicines. If ringing in the ears occurs after you have taken a medicine: Call the doctor …
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… that are hard to treat with surgery, such as the eyelid, ear, or nose. For skin cancers that have come back after … that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Treatment Overview … that are hard to treat with surgery, such as the eyelid, ear, or nose. For skin cancers that have come back after …
