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… in adults. But children and teens can get it too. How can you protect your skin, scalp, and nails? Caring for your … 3 minutes after your bath to seal in moisture. Otherwise, when the water evaporates, it will make your skin even … acid, such as Neutrogena T/Sal. Shampoo as often as needed to control scaling and allow medicines to reach the …
Medications
… It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual … serious side effects, including: fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat fainting vision changes Although this medication … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure, liver/kidney tests, …
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… on a painful joint or limb. Using a walking aid can help you be more safe and independent in your daily activities. … using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down at … walking aid. Your doctor will recommend a walker if you need to keep all or nearly all the weight off one leg, if …
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… wheat, barley, rye, and triticale (a wheat-rye cross). When you have this disease and you eat food with gluten in it, … symptoms and do a physical examination. You may have blood tests to see if you have certain antibodies that could mean …
Medications
… Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a … be gradually increased. Take your first new dose at bedtime when your dose is increased unless directed otherwise by … This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including pheochromocytoma screening test), possibly …
Medical tests
… ( dissection ) in the aorta , which carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Narrowing (stenosis) of the … If a contrast material is used, you may feel some coolness when it is put into your IV. In rare cases, you may feel: … Aortic Aneurysm Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Peripheral Arterial …
Medications
… (possibly fatal) side effects, including blood clots, heart attack, stroke, or heart failure. It is very important … lowest effective dose of this medication should be used. When used to treat anemia related to cancer, darbepoetin … medical condition, weight, and response to treatment. Blood tests should be done often to check how well this medication …
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… physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and adults with FASD will be affected in different … to a small amount of the alcohol that passes into your milk when you drink. Alcohol can also impact the taste and reduce … you want to have an occasional drink, it does not mean you need to stop nursing. Breast/chest feeding is important for …
Healthy eating
… Document Vietnamese Eating well is an important part of your cancer self-care. Whether you just found out that you … provide the calories, protein, vitamins and minerals you need to stay well-nourished. Foods can be chosen based on … Choose foods that help manage symptoms. There may be times when you need to change the types of foods you eat to manage …
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… Suppose a co-worker or a grocery store clerk suddenly gave you a mean look. How would you react? Would you just let it … you feel pretty bad-and it will make your body weaker, just when you need it to be strong. Or you could tell yourself … that can: Lower your blood pressure. Reduce your risk for heart disease. Make your immune system stronger so you can …