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… (perniosis, also known as pernio) is a reaction to cold, non-freezing temperatures. It is seen most often in people who are … damp, cold weather. Symptoms develop 12 to 24 hours after exposure to cold. Chilblains usually affects the fingers and …
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… nausea, and occasionally swelling in the legs. Sweating and temperature regulation problems Autonomic neuropathy may … temperature may make you more prone to body chilling (hypothermia) or heat-related illness, such as heatstroke or … temperature may make you more prone to body chilling (hypothermia) or heat-related illness, such as heatstroke or …
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… serious the illness is. It may be scary when your child's temperature goes up. But a fever isn't harmful. Normal body … your child's illness is. With a minor illness, such as a cold, a child may have an oral temperature of 40°C (104°F) . … serious illness. Low body temperature may occur from cold exposure, shock , alcohol or drug use, or certain metabolic …
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… Or they may feel tired, sore, stiff, numb, tingly , hot, or cold. Maybe you can't move them as well as usual, or they … the fingers or toes, have an extreme response to cold temperature or emotional stress. During an attack of … of your fingers might have frostbite? Yes Cold temperature exposure No Cold temperature exposure Has sudden, severe …
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… mercury is a shiny, silvery metal that is liquid at room temperature, and forms beads when spilled. Some of it also … to form a colourless and odorless vapour at room and higher temperatures. Where might I have elemental mercury in my … and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental mercury? If inhaled Exposure to …
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… face every day. Weather conditions. Avoid or limit your exposure to wind and hot or cold temperatures. Wind exposure. Protect your face from the wind …
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… to ensure its safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Each blood … globulin? Your health care provider may give you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A or measles. How can I prevent … illness caused by the measles virus. It causes fever, rash, cold-like symptoms and red, inflamed eyes that can be …
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… Human Bites Blister Care Blisters Burns and Electric Shock Cold Exposure: What Increases Your Risk of Injury? Cold Temperature Exposure Cuts Fish Hook Injuries High-Pressure …
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… Your Home Health Centre On this page: Overview Cold Pack Humidifier and Vaporizer Medicine Spoon Mirror … members can easily find it. Learn more Self-Care Supplies Cold Pack A cold pack is a plastic envelope filled with gel that remains flexible at very cold temperatures. Buy two cold packs, and keep them in the …
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… may be more prone to developing a food allergy if the first exposures to the food are through scratched open skin. The … or bubble baths Rough clothing, including wool fabrics Temperature extremes, including hot and cold, dry air Skin Infections Children with eczema often …
