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… iodine or alcohol before the procedure. For tattoos, they use sterile equipment, new needles, and disposable … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine H. Michael …
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… as lactic acid, mandelic acid, and glycolic acid are often used in products to treat acne . These products work by … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica …
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… closer attention to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), … steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or make them worse. Recent health events , such …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Pain medicine works better when the pain first starts, before it … analgesia (PCA) pump lets you give yourself pain medicine when you need it. This gives you more control of … is morphine, but other pain medicines are sometimes used. The pump is connected through a tube to a vein in your …
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… up. If you have come in contact with a substance that causes contact dermatitis (such as poison ivy, oak, or sumac), … a mild soap and very warm running water. Over-the-counter medicines may help relieve itching. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label. Some over-the-counter medicines may caution against use in the genital area or …
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… Overview A peripheral nerve block is a shot of numbing medicine around a specific nerve or group of nerves. It can be used to numb a part of the body (often an arm or a leg) for … nerve block needle into the numbed area and injects numbing medicine near the nerves. If you are awake, you may feel …
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… this page: Overview Overview A rash caused by poison ivy, oak, or sumac may itch and produce … taking diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help. Some home care medicines applied to the skin can make the rash worse, … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney …
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… symptoms under control by avoiding things that might cause an asthma attack and using medicines. Asthma treatment should help you achieve good … side effects—or the fewest possible side effects—from your medicines. Talk with your doctor about any other wishes or …
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… Information Overview A rubber (aspirating) bulb can be used to remove mucus from a baby's nose or mouth when a cold … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine David …
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… Or you may be more likely to have side effects from asthma medicines or be at risk for reactions from the different medicines you may be taking. To treat your asthma, you and … such as osteoporosis , can become worse when you use asthma medicines. Your doctor may prescribe asthma …
