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… has special training in treating problems of the retina. During surgery, the doctor uses small tools to remove the … detachment. It may also help keep the detachment from getting worse. The results may be better if the detachment … detachment. It may also help keep the detachment from getting worse. The results may be better if the detachment …
Health features
… contact with others. The infection can spread to others during the early stages when symptoms are not severe, and if … untreated, can spread up to 3 weeks after the cough starts. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against … (HealthLinkBC File #105) The benefits of immunization Getting immunized is the best way to protect you and your …
Medications
… or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor may order a pregnancy test before starting this medication. You should … or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor may order a pregnancy test before starting this medication. You should …
Medications
… Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, … Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, …
Medications
… pregnant. Women who may become pregnant should have a pregnancy test before starting this medication. You should … pregnant. Women who may become pregnant should have a pregnancy test before starting this medication. You should …
Medications
… activities such as contact sports to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured. Wash your hands well to … medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during treatment and for 6 months after the last dose. Men … activities such as contact sports to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured. Wash your hands well to …
Medications
… medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during treatment and for 6 months after stopping treatment. … medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during treatment and for 4 months after stopping treatment. … medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during treatment and for 6 months after stopping treatment. …
HealthLinkBC files
… (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper airway (causing choking) or … times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after swallowing Have food or liquids coming out … There are no distractions, such as loud talking or TV during meals People are awake and alert during meals People …
Medications
… immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) … barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not … immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) …
Medical tests
… muscles of the bladder wall can cause bladder dysfunction. During cystometry, your bladder is filled with water to … doesn't cause problems. There is always a slight risk of getting a urinary tract infection when a catheter is … doesn't cause problems. There is always a slight risk of getting a urinary tract infection when a catheter is …
