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… anal area For more information on how you can reduce your chance of getting Shigella through sexual contact, see … for shigellosis? Most people with shigellosis have mild illness and do not need medical care. In most cases, it …
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… Using Crutches On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A walking aid—a walker, … surface, get your balance again before you start walking. Related Information Ankle Sprain Anterior Cruciate Ligament … surface, get your balance again before you start walking. Related Information Ankle Sprain Anterior Cruciate Ligament …
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… Drinking Enough Water On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Why is it important to drink … water at home. Water filters are available in many stores. Related Information Fitness: Getting and Staying Active … water at home. Water filters are available in many stores. Related Information Fitness: Getting and Staying Active …
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… Reducing Medication Costs On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Here are some ways you can save money on prescription medicines. Some health plans have their own pharmacies for … a condition can be treated with one of several different medicines, and your doctor may be able to prescribe one that …
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… might be caused by prolonged pressure on muscle tissue, heat exhaustion, extreme physical exertion, seizures, or electrical burns. Medicines. Medicines that can cause this problem include … and have to limit fluids, talk with your doctor before you increase the amount of fluids you drink. Current as …
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… can be done at home. People who have eye problems or take medicines that cause sensitivity to light should not use … light therapy. Also, make sure your doctor knows all of the medicines you are taking. Related Information Depression Melatonin Seasonal Affective …
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… What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Related Information Overview An intrauterine … to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. The IUD can also be placed right after … to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. The IUD can also be placed right after …
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… Rabies On this page: Related Information What is rabies? Rabies … your doctor or public health unit for more information. Related Information Animal and Human Bites Puncture Wounds … your doctor or public health unit for more information. Related Information Animal and Human Bites Puncture Wounds …
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… Child Car Seats On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Infant and child car safety … your child get out of their seat while the car is moving. Related Information Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years … your child get out of their seat while the car is moving. Related Information Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Vital signs include … F). The normal range is 36.5 C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). Related Information Body Temperature Home Blood Pressure … F). The normal range is 36.5 C–37.5 C (97.8 F–99.5 F). Related Information Body Temperature Home Blood Pressure …