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… fentanyl and oxycodone. Opioids are prescribed for pain relief and are safe when correctly used and in ways … oxygen levels in the blood decrease. This can lead to brain injury, cardiac arrest and death. Why is opioid overdose an …
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… it may last longer. You may also have some back or shoulder pain from the air in your belly. This will go away as your … How Well It Works Tubal ligation is not 100% effective at preventing pregnancy. There is a slight risk of becoming … heavy blood loss, general anesthesia problems, organ injury during surgery, and need for a larger laparotomy …
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… may be an inherited condition or may be caused by an injury or condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, stroke, or … feet rarely have symptoms or problems. Some people may have pain because of: Changes in work environment. Minor injury. Sudden weight gain. Excessive standing, walking, …
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… to have the nail surgically removed or reconstructed if pain or infection is a problem. The nail may return to a … Ridging may occur normally with aging but is also caused by injury, infection, or illness. Thickened nails can be caused by a fungal infection , injury, or poor circulation. The nails may become thick, …
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… Information What is sciatica? Sciatica is pain, tingling, or numbness produced by an irritation of the … , or nerve root compression ( pinched nerve ) caused by injury. In rare cases, sciatica can also be caused by … , or nerve root compression ( pinched nerve ) caused by injury. In rare cases, sciatica can also be caused by …
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… or taking out tissue with laparoscopic surgery can ease pain. But pain often returns within a year or two. Taking … the legs or the lungs. Scar tissue (also called adhesions). Injury to other organs, such as the bladder or bowel. A … the legs or the lungs. Scar tissue (also called adhesions). Injury to other organs, such as the bladder or bowel. A …
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… emergency services immediately. Protect the person from injury. Keep them from falling if you can, or try to guide … mouth. Do not try to hold down the person. This can cause injury, such as a dislocated shoulder. Provide a safe area … poison or breathing fumes. The person complains of severe pain after waking up or develops a fever within 24 hours of …
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… your doctor right away if you notice symptoms such as back pain, leg numbness/tingling/weakness, loss of control of the … is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a … alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. To minimize bruising, do not rub the …
