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… during an episode of acute closed-angle glaucoma. Some people feel a mild but sharp sensation in the eye during … or when medicines fail. Prevent closed-angle glaucoma in people who have narrow drainage angles and those people who have had closed-angle glaucoma in their other …
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… doing better, you may have treatment less often. Sometimes people are able to do the treatment at home. To keep … tender or itchy. Or you may feel stinging or burning. Some people get dark spots on the skin. This is more common in people with darker skin. Why It Is Done Phototherapy may be …
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… have an orgasm but may not ejaculate (release semen). Some people say the erection is "wobbly" or has a "hinge-like" … on the base of the penis don't get hard. A small number of people consider this a major problem, and it may make … and should be cleaned after each use. Why It Is Done Most people who have erection problems can use vacuum devices, …
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… Started Getting Started For many people, support from others is a key to success. Staying … active is easier when you're doing something you like with people you like to spend time with. Here are some ways to … for child care. Join a class or use a fitness app. Some people use social media or apps to connect with others and …
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… be given antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection. Most people are able to get up and move around as soon as the … metabolism of fat in the body (lipodystrophy). Excessive sweating in the armpit area (axillary hyperhidrosis). … metabolism of fat in the body (lipodystrophy). Excessive sweating in the armpit area (axillary hyperhidrosis). …
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… infections such as HIV, hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your … A or measles. How can I prevent hepatitis A after exposure? People receive Ig if they are not immune to hepatitis A and … This includes children less than 6 months of age and some people with weakened immune systems. Ig works best if given …
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… life. Support doesn't always look the same for different people or different conditions. And what you need may change … and joy. Show your gratitude. Say "thank you" to the people in your life by writing them a note or sharing … something that's special to you. Focus on listening. Find people who will listen to you without judgment. And try to …
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… be very bad at times and not so bad at other times. Many people are able to manage their symptoms with things like … treatments haven't worked. These shots may work for some people. But they help relieve symptoms for only a short … off the nerve roots. This may be an option for some people. But not all surgeons do the procedure. And studies …
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… Overview After a challenging day, it's common for people to reach for a drink to help them relax. After all, … and others. And a standard drink is smaller than many people realize: It's a 341 mL (12 fl oz) can of 5% beer, … and your judgment. Even though you may drink to relax, some people find that it makes them more short-tempered. They may …
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… non-emergency health information and advice service to people in British Columbia. On this page: Work with us … HealthLink BC operates the 8-1-1 phone line which provides people in B.C. with a trusted source of health advice and … navigators provide callers with health information, help people find health services across B.C. and connect people