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… the body, such as poison ivy ( contact dermatitis ), or by other more serious illnesses, such as measles or scarlet fever (strep throat with rash). Generalized rashes are over … throat tightness, hoarse voice, nasal congestion or hay fever-like symptoms (runny, itchy nose and watery eyes, …
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… by the influenza ("flu") virus. It is also called the seasonal flu shot. Influenza can cause serious illness … injection site may occur and may last for up to 1-2 days. Fever, muscle aches, headache or weakness may also occur. If any of these effects continue beyond 2 days or become bothersome, tell your health care professional. Rarely, some …
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… may take several weeks to become fully effective, and others may require more than 1 dose. This is especially … visit HealthLinkBC File #33 Hepatitis A vaccine. Typhoid fever vaccine Typhoid Fever is a serious and life-threatening infection caused by …
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… develops before age 5. footnote 1 Many children who have allergies get asthma, but not all. And not every child with … infection is a risk factor for wheezing. footnote 2 But other research shows that upper respiratory infections that … Covar RA, et al. (2014). Allergic disorders. In WW Hay Jr et al., eds., Current Diagnosis and Treatment: …
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… Diphenhydramine - Oral On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. These symptoms include rash, …
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… or congestion, runny nose, itching, and sneezing) caused by seasonal and year-round nasal allergies. Ciclesonide works … your doctor right away if you develop any of the following: fever pain in the nose severe sore throat pain when … not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or …
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… soreness, swelling or redness where the shot was given. Fever, headache, rash, muscle pain and feeling unwell are … Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given … headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion and other changes in behavior. Currently, there is no drug …
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… by the influenza ("flu") virus. It is also called the seasonal flu shot. Influenza can cause serious illness … injection site may occur and may last for up to 1-2 days. Fever, muscle aches, headache or weakness may also occur. If any of these effects continue beyond 2 days or become bothersome, tell your health care professional. Rarely, some …
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… given by an injection. The vaccine does not protect against other viruses that cause colds or gastroenteritis (vomiting … Other symptoms, that may last 1 to 2 days, can include: Fever Headache Muscle or joint soreness Fatigue Nausea … vaccine or any part of the vaccine (people with egg allergies can be safely immunized) Had severe …
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… Azelastine/Fluticasone Spray - Nasal On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … specific health needs. Uses This product is used to relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the nose such as stuffy/runny … go away, white patches in your nose/back of your throat, fever, chills) Rarely, it is possible that corticosteroids …