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Medications
… program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 … problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. How To Use Read the … effects such as low blood sugar or lactic acidosis. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Butorphanol has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … you are pregnant or if you plan to become pregnant. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … people. Many young women, such as those in university or high school, have unhealthy attitudes toward eating and … people. Many young women, such as those in university or high school, have unhealthy attitudes toward eating and …
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… sponge, it should be removed as soon as possible. Who is at risk of TSS? TSS from a staph infection can affect anyone; … individuals using tampons or a menstrual cup are at higher risk of TSS, tampons and menstrual cups do not cause … the lowest absorbency that you need. The risk of TSS is higher with super absorbent tampons Not leaving your …
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… and just as serious as adult domestic violence . Who is at risk of teen relationship abuse? Like adult domestic … and use drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. They are also at higher risk for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . How …
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… (Milk or water is better than juice because of the high sugar content of juice.) If your baby isn't hungry or … with a bottle or other object in his or her mouth is at risk for face and mouth injuries if he or she were to fall. … old. Unpasteurized or raw dairy products. Fish that's high in mercury. You'll want to avoid serving fresh or …
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… water droplets. Is using water from asbestos-cement pipes a risk to my health? According to Health Canada and the World … water from asbestos-cement pipes is not considered a risk to your health. While it is also possible that water … to these types of droplets is not considered a health risk. Why is inhaling asbestos a health concern but not …
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… performed just to see if you have been exposed. What is the risk of this disease? Each year in B.C., 10 to 25 people … , and about 16 per cent die. Some people are at a slightly higher risk of cryptococcal disease including those who: Are 50 …
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… infections (STIs) and they can be used to prevent pregnancy The female condom is a tube of soft plastic … to the vagina during intercourse. And it may reduce the risk of getting or transmitting diseases such as genital … semen. Disadvantages Failure rates for barrier methods are higher than for most other methods of birth control. Female …
Medications
… health needs. Warning There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as … Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. If you … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
