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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … wash fruits and vegetables under cool, running water before eating or cutting them, even if you plan to peel them. Use a … throw it out. Who is at highest risk of foodborne illness? Children under 5 years People who are pregnant Adults 60 …
Medications
… medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or … easy bleeding/bruising mouth sores shaking/tremors muscle problems (such as twitching, stiffness, weakness) … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… cases of influenza (flu) get better without causing other problems, complications sometimes develop. Possible problems … an infection of the lungs. It rarely causes death in young, healthy people. But it can often be life-threatening in … an infection of the lungs. It rarely causes death in young, healthy people. But it can often be life-threatening in …
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… thinner, you need to take extra steps to avoid bleeding problems, such as preventing falls and injuries. Depending … risk for having a stroke. Monty, age 72 My doctor says I'm healthy and that my stroke risk is low. I don't want to take … for having a stroke." — Monty, age 72 "My doctor says I'm healthy and that my stroke risk is low. I don't want to take …
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… tendon damage (such as tendonitis, tendon rupture), nerve problems in the arms and legs (peripheral neuropathy), and … pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
Medications
… on your medical condition and response to therapy. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while being … mental/mood changes (such as confusion, depression, memory problems) enlarged/painful breasts unwanted breast milk … this medication. Caution is advised when using this drug in children who participate in active sports because it may …
Medical tests
… nausea, vomiting, and sometimes jaundice. Check for bone problems (sometimes found on X-rays). Some examples are … before the test. The ALP level generally goes up after eating, especially after you eat fatty foods. Tell your … normal for you. High values Very high levels of ALP can be caused by liver problems, such as hepatitis , blockage of …
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… symptoms such as muscle twitching or spasms, breathing problems, weakness, or confusion. Find out whether you have … blood pH. A condition called metabolic alkalosis can be caused by a loss of acid from your body (for example, from a … caused by: Dehydration , such as from diarrhea or vomiting. Eating a lot of salt. Kidney disease. An overactive …
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… of this fluid can affect how the baby grows. It may lead to problems during labour and delivery. Amniotic fluid protects … or hurt as you move your body. And it keeps your baby at a healthy temperature. The fluid helps your baby move around … or hurt as you move your body. And it keeps your baby at a healthy temperature. The fluid helps your baby move around …
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… Information Overview Parents who set limits for their children show them that they love and care about them. The … them self-control. You can also help your children build healthy habits by being a good role model. Your everyday … them self-control. You can also help your children build healthy habits by being a good role model. Your everyday …
