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… germs. Germs can get into food while the food is growing, during processing, or when it is prepared. You may have … longer than 24 hours. Electrolytes are minerals in your blood that keep many systems in your body working smoothly. … yogurt, applesauce, bananas, and rice. Avoid spicy, hot, or high-fat foods, and do not drink alcohol or caffeine for a …
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… The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including those who … by public health to be at risk of infection with these during an outbreak in B.C. The vaccine is recommended, but … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 100 people who get sick, up to 15 will die, …
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… undescended testicles. It may be done when they are located high in the inguinal canal or in the abdomen. In both types … make a boy feel bad about himself and his body, especially during the teen years. This surgery helps lower the risk of … Possible complications include: Infection. Bleeding or blood clots in the scrotum. Damage to the vas deferens and …
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… 3 weeks. The injection is given under the skin on the thigh by a health care professional, usually over about 5 to … problems (such as heart failure, irregular heartbeat) high blood pressure lung problems previous cancer treatments (including …
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… doctor right away if you have any symptoms of CRS such as high fever, difficulty breathing, chills/shaking chills, … severe muscle/joint pain, very low blood pressure, dizziness/lightheadedness. Serious nerve problems …
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… Getting Started Getting Started If high blood sugar levels have damaged nerves that go to your skin, … heart medicines, and antibiotics. Use a home humidifier during cold weather and in dry climates. Follow the …
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… the risk of anemia . Fewer or no periods. Reduced pain during ovulation. Reduced risk of pelvic inflammatory … you from pregnancy if they are exposed to direct sun or high heat. This can release a high dose of hormone from the … that women using the patch are more likely to get dangerous blood clots in the legs and lungs. The risk may be higher if …
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… symptoms include pain in the lower belly or pelvis or pain during sex. There may also be abnormal vaginal discharge. … (HPV) test. If the results show abnormal cells or signs of high-risk HPV, you may need other tests. To confirm a … 1 or 2 pads or tampons in 1 or 2 hours, or passing clots of blood from the vagina. Unexpected bleeding after douching or …
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… Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This drug works by relaxing and widening blood … you have not called already. Do not use more than 3 doses during an attack unless directed by your doctor. If you are … history, especially of: recent head injury anemia low blood pressure dehydration other heart problems (such as recent …
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… hepatitis B. Don't take antiviral medicine. Have regular blood tests and maybe a liver biopsy to check for liver … everyone. Experts recommend antiviral medicines if you have high levels of both the hepatitis B virus and liver enzymes … antiviral medicines if you have normal or only slightly higher-than-normal levels of liver enzymes in your blood and …
