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… a culture. If any bacteria or fungi grow in the culture, an infection may be present. The pressure of the CSF also is … to 48 hours and then go away on their own. Drinking extra fluids, taking pain medicine, and lying down for several … to 48 hours and then go away on their own. Drinking extra fluids, taking pain medicine, and lying down for several …
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… to have surgery. People with chronic illnesses may decide against surgery if hernias are not incarcerated or … to have surgery. People with chronic illnesses may decide against surgery if hernias are not incarcerated or …
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… Information What is rabies? Rabies is an infection caused by a virus. It affects the brain and spinal … usually given at the same time: A shot of human antibodies against rabies, called human rabies immunoglobulin … rabies virus: Have pet dogs, cats, and ferrets vaccinated against rabies. (If you aren't the first owner of your pet, …
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… a vein in your arm so your doctor can give you medicine or fluids if needed. A device called a pulse oximeter, which … site where the catheter was inserted. You can drink extra fluids to pass the dye from your body unless your doctor has … position may mean that a tumour or other growth is pushing against them. A bulge in a blood vessel may mean a weakness …
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… As the baby's head drops down into the pelvis, it pushes against the cervix. This causes the cervix to relax and thin … As the baby's head drops down into the pelvis, it pushes against the cervix. This causes the cervix to relax and thin …
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… surgery is very low. The most serious risks include: Infection. Bleeding. Injury to the common bile duct . Injury … 2 out of 3 people do have another attack. If you decide against surgery, what can you do to prevent another attack? … 2 out of 3 people do have another attack. If you decide against surgery, what can you do to prevent another attack? …
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… Palsy Chickenpox (Varicella) Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections Child Abuse and Neglect Child Abuse: Emotional … Dealing With Emergencies Dehydration: Drinking Enough Fluids (Babies and Young Children) Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 … in Young Children Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children Protecting Your Child From Infections Protecting Your Child …
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… is spread through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person or animal. Outbreaks have been … contact with the blood, secretions, organs or other bodily fluids of infected animals The Ebola virus does not spread … Ebola are most infectious during the late stages of the infections when they are very ill How do I know if I have …
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… or nerves. Common causes of facial problems include infection, conditions that affect the skin of the face, and … mild headaches, or nasal stuffiness. Drink plenty of fluids. Extra fluids help keep mucus thin and draining. This may help …
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… to conduct the sound waves. The transducer will be pressed against your neck (or against the water-filled bag or gelatin sponge, if used). … to conduct the sound waves. The transducer will be pressed against your neck (or against the water-filled bag or …
