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… family. That's why it's important to know as much as you can about the health problems of your birth family. This information can help your doctor provide better care. Start with what … age when problem started or occurred.) If no longer living, cause of death. (Include the age at death.) My mother My …
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… your lower back. Slumping or slouching on its own may not cause low back pain. But after the back has been strained or injured, bad posture can make pain worse. When you sit, keep your shoulders back … on an exercise ball provides a firm, cushioned seat that can rock from side to side. This type of movement helps you …
Medications
… prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive … the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Tiotropium belongs to a class of … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Do not use other …
Medications
… prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive … the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Aclidinium belongs to a class of … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Do not use other …
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… Information Overview Diaphragms are not widely available in Canada. Buying the necessary spermicidal jelly to use with … prevent pregnancy. A diaphragm is called a barrier method because it keeps the sperm and eggs apart. It is usually made … the front rim with your finger and pulling it out. You can insert the diaphragm up to 6 hours before you have …
Medical tests
… on babies. Cranial ultrasound for babies Cranial ultrasound can only be done on babies before the bones of the skull … brain (intraventricular hemorrhage, or IVH). These problems can increase a baby's risk of having disabilities. Cranial … may be done on an adult to help find a brain mass. Because the test can't be done after the skull bones have …
Medications
… measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. Dosage is based on … month of starting treatment. If untreated, this eye problem can lead to permanent blindness. Get medical help right away … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. A product that may …
Medications
… the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV … measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. Adults should take … this drug than prescribed or stop taking it (or other HIV medicines) even for a short time unless directed to do so by …
Medications
… Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is … month of starting treatment. If untreated, this eye problem can lead to permanent blindness. Get medical help right away … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. A product that may …
Medications
… and your specific health needs. Warning Ponatinib has caused serious (sometimes fatal) blood clots (such as heart … pain/swelling/redness of arms/legs. This medication can cause very serious (possibly fatal) heart failure. Tell … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Other medications …
