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… Crying, Age 3 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … type of cry. It helps to go through a mental checklist of what might be wrong and to make sure that your child is safe … episode that occurs when the child is trying to pass a stool normally will stop when the stool is passed. Diaper …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast infection … infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes vaginal yeast infections? Vaginal yeast … use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; …
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… up to a maximum of 4 doses in a 24-hour period. Children: Your child's over-the-counter medicine will have a "Drug … the dose. For children younger than 6 months of age, follow what your doctor has told you about the amount to give. Be … you give the right dose. When you give medicine, use the tool that comes with the medicine, such as a dropper or a …
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… On this page: Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview … lead to more serious problems. So it's a good idea to see your doctor and get treatment. What causes it? Bacterial … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… On this page: Overview Overview What does "high risk" mean? "High risk" means that a … because they may make you feel drowsy or dizzy or affect your balance. Preventing falls when you take high-risk … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A … including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small …
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… Pulmonary Disease (COPD) On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks … therapy increases the amount of oxygen that flows into your lungs and bloodstream. If your COPD is very bad and … to raise the saturations to between 90% to 92%. Higher flow rates usually don't help. They can even be dangerous. …
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… for a Lumbar Herniated Disc On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks … and their daily routine soon after surgery. In some cases, your doctor may suggest a rehabilitation program. This may … labour (such as lifting or operating machinery that vibrates) you may be able to go back to work 4 to 8 weeks after …
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… Document Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is usually clear for … slowly and are not likely to cause a sudden change in your vision. You may not need surgery right away. A change … surgery should be considered, and delaying may not be best. What symptoms will I have? Some common symptoms of …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … important to keep a record of all immunizations received. What are the benefits of the hepatitis B vaccine? The …