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… from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home … that covers your nose and mouth if you must go to medical appointments and when health care providers come to your … You can also help protect your family and friends by making sure they get tested for TB. What if I need to go …
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… (reversible) or be lasting (permanent). What causes it? The most common causes of hearing loss are noise and aging. … of hearing loss include muffled hearing and a feeling that your ear is plugged. You may have trouble understanding what … you have hearing loss and how severe it is. You can make an appointment directly with an Audiologist or a Hearing …
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… you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on key medical care … Bank Blood Before Surgery? Before Surgery You will have an appointment with your surgeon before your surgery. Take … body. Tell your surgeon if you are or might be pregnant. Most surgery centres and hospitals also have a …
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… this page: Overview Overview Your brain talks to your body You're lying in bed with some kind of health … close by that might cheer you up? A TV show? A book? Your child dancing? Whatever you're doing right now, stop …
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… tubes that lead to the lungs. This can make it hard for your child to breathe. An attack of croup can be scary, but … and getting an influenza (flu) vaccine each year may help your child fight off some of the viruses that can lead to … or only slightly higher than normal. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will probably be able to tell whether your child …
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… What causes it? Experts don't know what causes leukemia in most people. But they think that most leukemia happens … or bleeding, and belly or bone pain. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your past health and any symptoms … stating your wishes can make it easier for your loved ones. Making plans while you are still able may also ease your …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … to treatment. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the … you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details. …
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… . The median nerve passes through the carpal tunnel in your wrist. This pressure leads to symptoms. Anything that … rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes. Pregnancy. Making the same hand movements over and over. This can cause … rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes. Pregnancy. Making the same hand movements over and over. This can cause …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … to treatment. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the … you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details. Missed …
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… with weight loss. The surgery limits the amount of food your stomach can hold. This can help you eat less and feel … cut that the doctor made (incision) may be tender and sore. Most people need 2 to 4 weeks before they are ready to get … realistic about how much weight they'll lose and who go to appointments with the medical team, follow the recommended …
