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… or other substances Previous heat stroke High humidity How can I prevent heat-related illness? There are many ways … in air-conditioned buildings or take a cool bath or shower. At temperatures above 30°C (86°F), fans alone may not … fluids Resting If your symptoms are not mild, last longer than 1 hour, change, worsen or cause you concern, …
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… types of leukemia. In general, leukemia is grouped by how fast it gets worse and what kind of white blood cell it … What are the symptoms? Symptoms of acute leukemia depend on how much the cancer has grown. They may include: A new lump … the left side of the belly. The chronic forms of leukemia often cause no symptoms until much later in the disease. And …
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… eyes to focus on objects at varying distances. Depending on how far away an object is, a muscle surrounding the lens in … fatigued. Presbyopia can also cause headaches or eyestrain. How is it diagnosed? Presbyopia can often be diagnosed with a general eye examination. Your …
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… the tendon. These tears are caused by overuse. This is often called Achilles tendinitis . Achilles tendon tear or … Some people with partial tears may not have any symptoms. How are these problems diagnosed? To diagnose Achilles … The examination includes checking for tenderness, watching how you walk and stand, and comparing the range of motion of …
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… what the eye sees. But when the retina detaches, it no longer works as it should. It can cause blurred and lost … that are easiest to see when your eyes are closed. They often appear at the edges of your visual field. Floaters and … loss of side (peripheral) vision that gets worse over time. How is it diagnosed? To diagnose retinal detachment, your …
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… called menorrhagia), your bleeding may be heavier or last longer than normal. You may: Pass large blood clots and soak through your pads or tampons often (soaking 12 or more regular sanitary products in one … sign of a serious problem, such as an infection or cancer. How are they diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your …
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… or small rodents. Beef, poultry, milk, and eggs are most often infected with salmonella. But vegetables may also be … for months or years and can lead to chronic arthritis . How is it diagnosed? Salmonellosis is diagnosed based on a … Do not use the colour of the meat (such as when it is no longer "pink") to tell you that it is done. Avoid raw or …
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… rashes so that you can treat them as soon as they happen. How to treat rashes Treatment at home often helps rashes go away. If the person you are caring for … (such as increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness). How to clean someone's groin area Allow the person to do as …
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… options Treat Alzheimer's disease with medicines for as long as they are helpful. Don't take medicines. Try other … Even if they do work, they may not make a big difference in how you think and remember. Medicines may cost a lot. You … caregiver can help avoid confusion at home by labelling often-used rooms and objects. Before you go out alone, write …
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… symptoms go away in the first few days of your period. How is it diagnosed? No single test can diagnose PMS. Your … diary. Your doctor can use it to help diagnose PMS. How is PMS treated? No single treatment works for everyone. … track when your symptoms start, how bad they are, and how long they last. Your doctor can use this diary to help …
