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Medications
… acidosis. Lactic acidosis is more likely if you are an older adult, if you have kidney or liver disease, … the amount of sugar your liver makes. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the … treatment plan, medications, or blood sugar testing. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, … cause excitement or confusion instead of drowsiness in older adults. Children may be more sensitive to the side …
Health topics
… sexual contact between an adult and a child or between an older child and a younger child is sexual abuse. Showing … can be physical, psychological, or both. Keep in mind that older children may not talk about the problem, because they … did something wrong and deserve what happened. It is up to adults who care to protect them. Learn more Abusive Head …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dry mouth and constipation. Older men may also be at greater risk for difficulty …
Medications
… or pharmacist about how much alcohol you may safely drink. Older adults (75 years or older) may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
HealthLinkBC files
… to be affected by particle pollution include: Children Older adults Those with heart or lung disease, such as asthma and … by-products Reduce mobile vehicle emissions by replacing older engines with newer and cleaner engines, or switch to …
Health topics
… based on how often breathing stops during sleep. For adults, breathing may stop as few as 5 times an hour (mild … sleep apnea. Aging. Sleep apnea increases as people get older. Being male. Sleep apnea is more common in men. … breathing. Sweating. Feeling restless. Waking up a lot. In older children, other symptoms may also include: Bedwetting. …
Medical tests
… checking your pulse in this location, especially if you are older than 65. If you press too hard, you may become … checking your pulse in your neck, especially if you are older than 65. If you press too hard, you may become … ages 1 to 10: 70–120 Children ages 11 to 17: 60–100 Adults: 60–100 Well-conditioned athletes: 40–60 Your pulse …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … cause excitement or confusion instead of drowsiness in older adults. Drowsiness, confusion, and dizziness can …
Health topics
… 6 months to 2 years 3 to 6 years 3 to 6 years 7 years or older 7 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male Female Female Why do … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
