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… degeneration), and cancer of the eyelid. Who is most at risk from UV radiation? Children who are frequently in the … UV radiation is more intense closer to the equator and at higher altitudes. Be aware of that when you travel. Clouds, … strength of UV radiation in your area. When it is 3 or higher, make sure you are well protected. To see the daily …
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… On this page: Health Tools Lowering Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … test. If the results show abnormal cells or signs of high-risk HPV, you may need other tests. To confirm a diagnosis … care is a type of care for people who have a serious illness. It's different from care to cure your illness, …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When should you call your doctor? Examinations and … (Avandia, Avandamet) to treat your diabetes, you may have a higher risk for problems with the centre of the retina (the macula). Health Canada, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the makers of the …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A prolactin … and shortly after you wake up. Prolactin levels also get higher during times of physical or emotional stress. Many … a pituitary gland tumour (prolactinoma) is present. The higher the prolactin level, the more likely a tumour is …
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… be put back on again. Like all surgeries, circumcision has risks. Major problems, such as scarring of the penis, are … more reliable than others. The better the evidence is—the higher its quality—the more we can trust it. The information … In the first year of life, your son may have a slightly higher risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) . But UTIs …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … disorder . People with bulimia will eat a larger amount of food than most people would in a similar situation, in a … diagnose bulimia or any other eating disorder. But these illnesses may have a visible effect on your health and …
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… of having those problems increase. But just because your risk is higher, it doesn't mean you will have the same problems. In … do get an illness, choosing to be active, to eat healthy foods, and to learn how to deal with stress can slow down or …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Morphine 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 … sudden (breakthrough) pain. Take this drug with or without food, usually once or twice daily (every 12 or 24 hours). If …
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… hydration and nutrition when you are no longer able to take food or fluids by mouth. Choose not to have artificial … hydration and nutrition will depend on: The benefits and risks of using (or not using) these treatments. Talk with your doctor about your illness, your treatment choices, and whether artificial …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Morphine 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 … sudden (breakthrough) pain. Take this drug with or without food, usually 2 or 3 times daily (every 8 or 12 hours). If …
