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… stains laundry and fixtures. The only way to know if you have high levels of manganese is to test your water. The … see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . What should I do if there is manganese in my drinking water? … recommend for your home or community drinking water. What should I do if I have been drinking water with high levels …
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… Roles of Different Doctors Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have an Angiogram? Coronary Artery Disease: Should … Artery Disease Heart Attack and Stroke Acute Coronary Syndrome Heart Arrhythmias and Exercise Heart Attack and … Stroke: Behaviour Changes Stroke: Bladder and Bowel Problems Stroke: Changes in Emotions Stroke: Common …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Complementary … headaches. Some people get them often, especially if they have a lot of stress in their lives. This kind of headache … if you grind or clench your teeth. Muscle tension in your shoulders and upper back. Prevention Here are some things …
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… the real reason for your poor sleep. Sleep problems can have many causes. Insomnia Insomnia is a common sleep … causes. They may be able to be treated. Restless legs syndrome Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that … sleeping problem Do you ever fall asleep at times when you shouldn't? Yes Falls asleep at inappropriate times No Falls …
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… File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 13) vaccine . Who should get the vaccine? The vaccine is free for people at … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … Speak with your health care provider if you or your child have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of …
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… as abdominal pain/fullness, gas, diarrhea, constipation) of irritable bowel syndrome (spastic colon). Trimebutine is also used to …
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… when you can get back to your regular activities. If you have any questions about your discharge instructions, be … tract infection Are you having any problems with your bowel movements, such as constipation or diarrhea? Yes Bowel … in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A …
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… treatment. You can't see the defect, but some people may have a dimple, birthmark, or hairy patch on their back. Most … may not be able to move those parts of the body. Bladder or bowel problems, such as leaking urine or having a hard time … screen) and an ultrasound of the developing baby. These tests check for signs of spina bifida and other problems. If …
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… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find … a person who is infected with the parasite. What are the symptoms? It is possible to have trichomoniasis and not have
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… Complete section 2 at the end of your appointment if you have a health problem that needs treatment. Section 1 Health … or concerns do I want addressed during this appointment? My symptoms Do I have any symptoms? Include how long I've have … a test or starting treatment? What signs and symptoms should I watch for? When should I call to report signs and …