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… Necrotizing Fasciitis (Flesh-Eating Bacteria) On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions … system . Have chronic health problems such as diabetes, cancer, or liver or kidney disease. Have cuts in your skin, … and you notice any symptoms of infection (such as pain, swelling, redness, or fever), see your doctor right away. To …
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… Cancer Support: Family, Friends, and Relationships On this … are feeling calm. If possible, have your partner there during the talk, or ask a friend or relative to be with you. … how they feel. Be honest, and answer their questions as well as you can. Help them feel informed and supported. Look …
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… Unproven Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder On this page: … show that these things have any benefit. And some of these treatments may be harmful or have risks associated with them. When you're thinking about any type of treatment, find out about the source of the information and …
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… Living well with hepatitis B virus infection Last updated October … called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can lead to liver failure and cancer in a small number of people. Talk to your health care … vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Visit …
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… Necrotizing Fasciitis (Flesh-Eating Disease) Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … the disease? Most often there is sudden onset of pain and swelling with redness at the site of a wound. Fever may also … How is it treated? Antibiotics are an important part of the treatment for necrotizing fasciitis. However, antibiotics on …
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… Radiation Therapy for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Radiation …
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… How to Build Well-Being On this page: Getting Started Getting Started … These include everything from how you deal with stress to eating and sleeping well. Health includes physical, mental, … These include everything from how you deal with stress to eating and sleeping well. Health includes physical, mental, …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … mouth Fast heart rate even when resting Feeling generally unwell Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Heat rash or heat edema (swelling) …
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… Cancer Support: Dealing With Emotions and Fears On this … think you are depressed, talk to your doctor about getting treatment. Treatment can help you to feel better and focus … on a hobby. Practice gratitude. Being thankful is linked to well-being. It can boost the inner strength that helps you …
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… Fetal Blood Sampling (FBS) During Pregnancy On this page: Overview How It Is Done … be given a sedative to reduce your and the fetus's movement during the FBS procedure. The fetus may be given an … red blood cell count. This helps your doctor plan the best treatment for you during your pregnancy. If the effects of …
