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… Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur after you have been through a traumatic event. A traumatic event is … They may complain of physical problems or become more irritable or aggressive. They also may develop fears and … and social support There are times when you may need a shoulder to cry on or a ride to the doctor. You may want to …
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… Cause Symptoms What Happens When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Other Treatment … You may stop having periods in your mid-40s. Or you might have them well into your 50s. Menopause is a natural part of … to many health problems. Hysterectomy and Oophorectomy: Should I Use Estrogen Therapy (ET)? Menopause: Should I Use …
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… Labour, Delivery, and Postpartum Period Menopause: Should I Use Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? Health … Pelvic Bone Problems After Childbirth: Urination and Bowel Problems Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy Anemia During Pregnancy Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Pregnancy Artificial Rupture of the Membranes …
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… decisions that are important to many health problems. HPV: Should I Get the Vaccine? HPV: Should My Child Get the … in the pelvis where it can cause problems with kidney and bowel function, or to other organs in the body, such as the … later stage. When to Call a Doctor Call your doctor if you have: Unexpected bleeding between menstrual periods. …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Diarrhea means having bowel movements more often or having ones that are more … with other health risks, need special attention when they have diarrhea. They can quickly become dehydrated . To help … isn't a symptom of an infectious illness, your baby should not attend daycare. Be careful with medicines. Don't …
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… pain worse. "Good posture" generally means that your ears, shoulders, and hips are in a straight line. If this posture … the compression of nerves in the lower back ( cauda equina syndrome ). Overuse injuries You may not remember a specific … began immediately after injury Have you had any bladder or bowel trouble after the injury? Yes Difficulty with bladder …
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… use of TIg. Since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, … hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Getting … immune system destroys those beta cells. So people who have type 1 diabetes can't make their own insulin. What are … that are important to many health problems. Diabetes: Should I Get an Insulin Pump? Actionsets are designed to …
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… from 2 to 4 weeks or longer. Often you can be infected and have no symptoms. In some cases, symptoms can return after … treatment with anti-parasitic medication is necessary. What should I do if I become infected with Giardia ? If you have … with animal feces When camping do not urinate or have a bowel movement within 30 metres of a water source If you …
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… grade 9. Your child may be offered other vaccines if they have not had all doses of the recommended childhood vaccines … was previously offered to students in grade 6. Children should get the meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate vaccine … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see …