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… has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher than 39.5°C (103°F). The rapid rise in temperature … fever goes away and the rash appears. If your child has a high fever and no other symptoms, you can call 8-1-1 to … department. If your child seems to become sicker, has a high fever, a stiff neck, or is extremely sleepy, listless …
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… most often used to stop cluster headaches include: High-flow oxygen inhalation therapy. You breathe oxygen … Headaches Citations Cohen AS, et al. (2009). High-flow oxygen for treatment of cluster headache: A … & Karin M. Lindholm DO - Neurology Cohen AS, et al. (2009). High-flow oxygen for treatment of cluster headache: A …
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… What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that first occurs during pregnancy. High blood sugar can cause problems for you and your baby. … Are very overweight ( body mass index [BMI] of 30 or higher). Have had gestational diabetes before. Have a family …
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… recommend having a screening test for HIV if you have a high risk of infection. footnote 1 HIV tests are also … Canada (PHAC) recommends screening for HIV if you engage in high-risk behaviour. footnote 1 High-risk behaviour means that you: Are a man who has sex …
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… and cause problems in your brain called encephalopathy. High ammonia levels are a sign of encephalopathy. What are … Encephalopathy is most likely to occur in people who have high blood pressure in the portal vein system ( portal … and cause problems in your brain called encephalopathy. High ammonia levels are a sign of encephalopathy. What are …
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… colchicine. Bipolar disorder medicines, such as lithium. High doses of vitamin A. Vaccinations, especially for … Medical treatments that can cause hair loss include: High-dose X-rays used to kill cancer cells and shrink … colchicine. Bipolar disorder medicines, such as lithium. High doses of vitamin A. Vaccinations, especially for …
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… These include: A skin problem called acanthosis nigricans . High blood pressure . High cholesterol . Polycystic ovary syndrome . (This is a … These include: A skin problem called acanthosis nigricans . High blood pressure . High cholesterol . Polycystic ovary …
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… both men and women but may be more common in women who are high achievers. Vocal cord dysfunction is often caused by … The attacks usually do not occur at night. Also, the harsh, high-pitched sound of air coming into a tight airway … both men and women but may be more common in women who are high achievers. Vocal cord dysfunction is often caused by …
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… dressing 1 cup (250 mL) melon cubes High Blood Pressure: Nutrition Tips High Blood Pressure: Using the DASH Diet Current as … dressing 1 cup (250 mL) melon cubes High Blood Pressure: Nutrition Tips High Blood Pressure: …
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… blood, and brain problems. What causes it? Diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common causes. Other things … can help you feel better. These steps may also help with high blood pressure, diabetes, or other problems that make … Chronic Kidney Disease Diabetic Kidney Disease Hemodialysis High Blood Pressure Kidney Transplant Peritoneal Dialysis …
