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… to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … to be exposed to contaminated food and water in these high risk areas. If you are travelling to low risk areas, … of vaccine. The vaccine will be given to you to take at home. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … a healthy baby or babies. The risk of premature birth is higher when you are carrying multiple fetuses, which … convinced me was the knowledge that the miscarriage rate is higher for triplet pregnancy than it is for the twins after …
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… to manage these problems. If the side effects bother you, your doctor may be able to lower your dose or change your … Constipation Eat bran and other whole-grain cereals and high-fibre fruits and vegetables, such as apples, prunes, … such as applesauce, rice, and yogurt. Avoid spicy and high-fat foods until you feel better. Dizziness Get up …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … has caused seizures in some people due to changes in blood chemistry (minerals and electrolytes). Your doctor may … or clinic setting. If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instruction from your
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… problems. That's because the alcohol is clearing out of your system. This is called withdrawal. Clearing the alcohol … drink large amounts of alcohol should not try to detox at home unless they work closely with a doctor to manage it. A … what types of medicine might help you. You may start with a high dose of medicine and then take smaller amounts over …
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… may smell different than they used to. How can it affect your life? The sense of smell is closely tied to the sense … Tests to see if you can smell certain scents or odours. A blood test to look for a vitamin deficiency or other health … Tests to see if you can smell certain scents or odours. A blood test to look for a vitamin deficiency or other health …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It may also help to lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL). … by the liver. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of …
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… valve may be mechanical or made of animal tissue. You and your doctor can decide before surgery which type of valve is best for you. The mitral valve opens and closes to keep blood flowing in the proper direction through your heart. … while older people with other health problems have a higher risk. In general, the risks include: Effects from the …
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… Fibre-optic pharyngoscopy is a procedure that allows your doctor to look into the upper part of your respiratory … done while you are using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to find the areas in your airway that … done while you are using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to find the areas in your airway that …
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… ulnar tunnel syndrome? Ulnar tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the ulnar nerve at the wrist. This nerve is … side of the wrist. Overuse or repetitive use of your hands or wrist may cause swelling or thickening of the … ulnar tunnel syndrome? Ulnar tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the ulnar nerve at the wrist. This nerve is …