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… Immunizations That May Cause Fever On this page: Overview Overview Short-term, mild … to immunizations are common. Immunizations that may cause a fever include: Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis … the DTaP or DPT shot. Children may be fussy and have other mild symptoms such as poor appetite, sleepiness, or …
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… Aspirin for Pain, Fever, and Inflammation On this page: Overview Related … Aspirin (such as Entrophen) relieves pain and reduces fever and inflammation. Warning: Do not give aspirin to … anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). For information about other NSAIDs, see non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
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… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File … is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure, also known as a fever seizure, is a seizure caused by a fever. They can … is more likely to have a febrile seizure if a parent, brother or sister has had one. About 1 in 3 children who have …
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… Sponge Bath for a Child's Fever On this page: Overview Overview If your child's fever is over 40°C (104°F) , contact your doctor. Before you … feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. Fever or Chills, Age 11 and …
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… Allergies: Avoiding Indoor Triggers Actionset Overview When … is an important part of your health and can help you avoid other problems. How can you control allergens in your home? … and wash bedding in hot water. Control animal dander and other pet allergens. For example, keep pets out of your …
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… Allergies: Avoiding Outdoor Triggers Actionset Overview When … is an important part of your health and can help you avoid other problems. How can you avoid exposure to outdoor … leaves. Keep rain gutters and drains clear of leaves and other debris. Also, make sure that the water from downspouts …
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… Immunotherapy for Allergies to Insect Stings On this page: Treatment Overview … How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Immunotherapy for insect sting allergies is a series of allergy shots given to reduce your …
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… Over-the-Counter Medicines for Allergies On this page: Overview … medicines do not improve your symptoms, or if they cause bothersome side effects, such as drowsiness, talk with your … medicines do not improve your symptoms, or if they cause bothersome side effects, such as drowsiness, talk with your …
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… Think About Treatment Overview When you get immunotherapy in the form of allergy shots, your allergist or … to get monthly shots for up to 3 to 5 years. footnote 1 Other ways to get this treatment are called cluster or rush … you stop getting the shots. Some people may not have their allergies return. Others may have allergies return within a …
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… Latex allergy is diagnosed with a physical examination and other tests. You will be asked about your symptoms and any … yourself the shot. What puts you at risk? People who have allergies to certain foods are more likely to have latex … Latex allergy is diagnosed with a physical examination and other tests. You will be asked about your symptoms and any …
