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… helps reduce interrupted sleep over time. What are the risks of taking sleeping pills? Sleeping pills may: Have … is usually involved? What are the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Take sleeping pills Take sleeping … about depending on medicine to sleep. You don't have the risk of withdrawal symptoms or possible side effects. You …
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… has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. It is unknown if this … may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Arthroscopy … anesthetic, your arm or leg will be numb for several hours. Risks Problems during arthroscopy aren't common. Sometimes … or having nerve or joint damage. Also, there is a small risk of damage to the structures within the joint. In rare …
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… When can I introduce common food allergens? To reduce the risk of a food allergy developing, introduce common food … while eating? Prepare foods in ways that reduce your baby’s risk of choking. For example, cut round foods like grapes, … children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing Risk of Food Allergy in Your Baby HealthLinkBC: File #69i …
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… may help you improve your walking and reduce your risk of falling. They can also give you exercises to improve … some exercise, or using lubrication. Manage constipation. A high fibre diet, staying hydrated, and regular exercise can … some exercise, or using lubrication. Manage constipation. A high fibre diet, staying hydrated, and regular exercise can …
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… Why It Is Done How to Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview An echocardiogram (also called … person performing your echo about any concerns you have. Risks You will not have any pain from an echocardiogram. You … person performing your echo about any concerns you have. Risks You will not have any pain from an echocardiogram. You …
Medications
… has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A … find that the positions you need to hold are uncomfortable. Risks This test is not recommended if you are pregnant … find that the positions you need to hold are uncomfortable. Risks This test is not recommended if you are pregnant …
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… Its Done What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Ear tubes are … gets an ear infection, they will usually have less pain. Risks Possible problems include: Drainage from the ear … gets an ear infection, they will usually have less pain. Risks Possible problems include: Drainage from the ear …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A throat … your throat is sore, the swabbing may be slightly painful. Risks There is very little chance of having a problem from … your throat is sore, the swabbing may be slightly painful. Risks There is very little chance of having a problem from …