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… Plans and epinephrine auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree or grass pollen … to certain raw fruits and vegetables. This is called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or pollen food allergy syndrome. …
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… or by irritation from the jewellery used in the piercing. Oral cancer , which may develop in any part of the oral cavity. Your chances of getting oral cancer are increased if you smoke, use smokeless (spit) …
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… Under the armpit (axillary method) In the mouth (oral method) In the ear (tympanic method) In the rectum/bum … and the thermometer could break. Over the forehead (temporal artery method) Non-contact infrared thermometers … measurements than other thermometers (for example, oral and rectal thermometers, well-calibrated tympanic …
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… back together through the incision(s). Surgery may be delayed for about a week after the rupture. This delay lets … go away over time. These complications include pain, delayed wound healing, nerve damage, and problems with … back together through the incision(s). Surgery may be delayed for about a week after the rupture. This delay lets …
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… spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help protect against traveller’s diarrhea … and the elderly, dehydration from diarrhea is a concern. Oral rehydration salts (ORS) should be considered. Oral … greasy food and dairy products. Medication A number of medications may be recommended for treatment of traveller's …
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… and adults. It helps control the bladder muscle that releases urine. Surgery. If the child has daytime wetting … and adults. It helps control the bladder muscle that releases urine. Surgery. If the child has daytime wetting …
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… the medicine's side effects. It can also help you use less oral corticosteroid medicine. A spacer is recommended for … device is for children 6 years and older and adults. An SMI releases the medicine in a fine mist. The medicine comes out … device is for children 6 years and older and adults. An SMI releases the medicine in a fine mist. The medicine comes out …