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… a virus called parvovirus B19. It’s an infection of the airways and lungs. It often appears as a bright red rash on the … differ from other illnesses are: About 2 to 3 weeks after being exposed to the virus, a red rash may appear on the … school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get fifth disease? Anyone can get fifth …
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… your health. Talk with your health professional about being a partner in your health decisions. He or she will … choosing a health professional: Is the health professional well-trained and experienced? Is the health professional … choosing a health professional: Is the health professional well-trained and experienced? Is the health professional …
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… to drop. Without enough blood, the brain does not function well, resulting in light-headedness and/or mental confusion. … because it can prevent people with severe symptoms from being able to report them to their doctor. Mental confusion … to drop. Without enough blood, the brain does not function well, resulting in light-headedness and/or mental confusion. …
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… illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time (social isolation) Being preoccupied with death in conversations The diagnosis … illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time (social isolation) …
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… who had early coronary artery disease. For men, this means being diagnosed before age 55. For women, it means being diagnosed before 65. Things that increase your risk … who had early coronary artery disease. For men, this means being diagnosed before age 55. For women, it means being …
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… dementia , chewing and swallowing problems, tremors , not being able to move, and not being active. It can also be affected by changes in smell … dementia , chewing and swallowing problems, tremors , not being able to move, and not being active. It can also be …
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… for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete … pills) for birth control because they may not work as well with this drug. Women who are able to have children … treatment. This will lessen the chance of your blood being given to a pregnant woman. This medication may make …
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… injury to a finger, hand, or wrist that caused pain or swelling. Most of the time our body movements don't cause … isn't normal. Pain may be sudden and severe. Bruising and swelling may occur soon after the injury. Acute injuries … arm or hand that has lasted more than an hour? Weakness is being unable to use the arm or hand normally no matter how …
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… days. An ear infection may occur when the eustachian tube swells and closes and fluid builds up in the middle ear. The … viruses) creates a perfect environment for an infection. Swelling from the infection can cause pain from increased … loud noise (like a gunshot or firecracker), or an object being pushed into the ear. Also, the skin, cartilage, or ear …
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… last only a short time. If you have diabetes, you may not always notice symptoms of mild low blood sugar. This is called … . Your risk of this is higher if your blood sugar is well controlled and doesn't change much during the day. If … floppy like a rag doll. The baby doesn't respond at all to being held, touched, or talked to. The baby is hard to wake …
