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… about their hearing. You can also watch your child's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, … or knocking at the door? Your child's teacher may notice behaviour that would mean your child is not hearing well, … about their hearing. You can also watch your child's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, …
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… eating, chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper … chest congestion after meals What to do to reduce the risk of choking or aspiration? It is important to make sure … place before meals Meals are supervised for someone with a risk of choking There are no distractions, such as loud …
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… is genital herpes? Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Most people never … with one partner who has sex only with you can reduce your risk of getting an STI. Talk with your partner or partners … about STIs before you have sex. Find out if they are at risk for an STI. Remember that it's possible to have an STI …
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… Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Treatment … Learn more Achilles Tendon Problems What Increases Your Risk Things that increase your risk for an Achilles tendon tear include: Sports and …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview When your … screening. To check for vaginal infection. To check for sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia or herpes … your rectum. This is normal and lasts only a few seconds. Risks There is a small chance that the doctor will find …
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… so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless … food may help to decrease nausea. It is best to avoid a high-protein diet (it decreases the amount of levodopa that … unusual strong urges (such as increased gambling, increased sexual urges) Get medical help right away if you have any …
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… food may help to decrease nausea. It is best to avoid a high-protein diet (it decreases the amount of levodopa that … medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start … unusual strong urges (such as increased gambling, increased sexual urges) Get medical help right away if you have any …
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… used by women who cannot take estrogen. To reduce the risk of pregnancy, it is very important to take this … medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, … pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious …
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… is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take … method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share … C) muscle disorders (such as rhabdomyolysis, myopathy) high blood levels of creatine kinase (high CK test results) …
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… is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take … method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share … C) muscle disorders (such as rhabdomyolysis, myopathy) high blood levels of creatine kinase (high CK test results) …