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… have prolapsed. Consider surgery if the prolapse is causing pain, if you are having problems with your bladder and … other techniques to help your symptoms. Eat foods that are high in fibre to avoid constipation and straining when you … Reach and stay at a healthy weight, since more weight puts pressure on your pelvic muscles. Avoid lifting heavy things …
Health features
… can exceed 30°C (86°F), sometimes reaching the mid to high 30’s in some parts of the province. Too much heat can … or see the signs of heat stroke. Heat stroke signs include high body temperature, confusion, dizziness/fainting and … Extreme heat Extreme heat can put your health at risk, causing illness such as heat stroke or even death. It is …
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… of a pea, usually is not painful. Testicular cancer has a high cure rate. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) recommends … self-examinations may be recommended for those who are at high risk for testicular cancer. This includes anyone who … of a pea, usually is not painful. Testicular cancer has a high cure rate. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) recommends …
Medications
… at a lower dose for the first 14 days. Also, people with higher T-cell counts at the start of nevirapine treatment … toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or … Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using nevirapine and each time you get a refill. If you have …
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… of age and older with certain medical conditions are at high risk of Hib infection. The vaccine is free to people … brain. It can also cause septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 20 children who get sick, 1 may die. …
Medications
… you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell … liver disease seizures bleeding problems low sodium in the blood (hyponatremia) personal or family history of glaucoma … you to limit/avoid aspartame (or phenylalanine) in your diet, ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this …
Medications
… infection (such as methotrexate or corticosteroids). Before using tocilizumab, tell your doctor your medical history, … giant cell arteritis. It helps to reduce swelling in your blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication … injection sites include the abdomen or the front of your thigh. The outer area of the upper arms may also be used if …
Medications
… for Use provided by your pharmacist before you start using oxcarbazepine and each time you get a refill. If you … Asian descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this … should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. …
Medications
… heartbeat, or chest pain. Rarely, people using this medication have had serious (sometimes fatal) … swelling. This drug is also used to treat certain types of blood vessel disease (such as granulomatosis with … should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. …
Medications
… throat may occur. Brush your teeth carefully/gently, avoid using mouthwash that contains alcohol, and rinse your mouth … cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This … should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. …
