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Medications
… of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) severe … reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor … or worsen diabetes. Discuss a plan with your doctor for managing your blood sugar while pregnant. Your doctor may …
Medications
… response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. … to treatment. Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often than prescribed without consulting your doctor. … bleeding, and mental/mood changes (such as confusion). This medication may slow down a child's growth …
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… a common childhood disease before immunization. It is now more common in young adults. Mumps can cause encephalitis, … get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) or ovaries … and to others that need protection against mumps. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, Mumps, …
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… reach outbreak levels in our forests. Some of the most damaging insect defoliators in B.C. include: Western spruce … host trees. When outbreaks occur, this extreme foliage loss from feeding can cause growth loss, stem deformities … general treatment period and the area to be sprayed. For more information on annual defoliator treatments by …
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… through Provincial TB Services and public health units. For more information on TB, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a … 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, tiredness, chest … given for a reaction. They will measure the induration (swelling under the skin) and tell you your test results. What …
Medications
… your other treatment. Primaquine should not be taken for more than 14 days for malaria treatment. Dosage is based on … cover most of the body, remaining in air-conditioned or well-screened areas, using mosquito nets, using … headache, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, weakness, confusion, chest pain, sudden pounding heartbeat) Get …
Health topics
… one might need a little help with daily activities like managing medicines or cleaning the house. There are things you … It can be hard to make lifestyle changes such as eating more fruits and vegetables and fewer fatty foods. Encourage … It can be hard to make lifestyle changes such as eating more fruits and vegetables and fewer fatty foods. Encourage …
Health topics
… have a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy. The doctor may do more tests to learn about the type of leukemia and how … are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Cancer: Controlling Cancer Pain … lose your appetite or lose weight without trying. You have swelling and pain in your belly. You have a new rash or skin …
Health topics
… page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Orthopedic surgery is … orthopedic surgery: Joints that used to be stiff can move more easily. But the affected muscle may be weak. Some … increases hip movement, allowing a child to sit and walk more easily. It also may be done to help prevent hip …
Medical tests
… Thyroid hormone tests are blood tests that check how well the thyroid gland is working. The thyroid gland makes … but is not available in BC as it has been replaced by the more relevant free thyroxine test. Free T4 can be measured … an abnormal thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test. For more information, see the topic Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone …
