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… Temporal lobe epilepsy (the most common type of epilepsy in adults). It causes smacking of the lips or rubbing the hands … focal seizures is the most common type of epilepsy in adults. Generalized epileptic seizures Epilepsy that causes … similar to the ketogenic diet but allows for a little more flexibility in protein, fluid, and calorie amounts. The low …
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… ( domestic violence ), a child ( child abuse ), or an older adult (elder abuse). Check Your Symptoms Are you … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If …
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… loss of body fluids (dehydration), as well as if you are older than 65 years or are taking other drugs that may harm … You may be at increased risk for blood clots if you are an older adult, are severely dehydrated, have a catheter in a … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of the …
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… drug is removed from their bodies more slowly than in men. Older adults are usually prescribed a lower dose to decrease the … of this drug, especially dizziness and hallucinations. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… Knowing How Bad an Attack Is Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Asthma Zones Asthma: Educating Yourself and Your … Recover After a Traumatic Event Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older HIV Screening HIV Treatment in Children How ADHD …
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… discoloration. Tooth discoloration has also occurred in older children and young adults. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication … discoloration. Tooth discoloration has also occurred in older children and young adults. Discuss the risks and …
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… of Blood Sugar Test Supplies Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult Diabetes: Checking Your Feet Diabetes: … 2 Diabetes: Can You Cure It? Type 2 Diabetes: Screening for Adults Type 2 Diabetes: Screening for Children Types of … of Blood Sugar Test Supplies Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult Diabetes: Checking Your Feet Diabetes: …
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… it may drain pus. Anyone can get an ingrown toenail, but adults get them more than children do. People who have … likely to get an ingrown toenail. This is more common in older adults. What causes it? An ingrown toenail can have a … likely to get an ingrown toenail. This is more common in older adults. What causes it? An ingrown toenail can have a …
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… with blood flow can bathe more often if they want to. Older adults may only want a bed bath a few times each week. … with blood flow can bathe more often if they want to. Older adults may only want a bed bath a few times each week. …
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… Grief Grief: Helping Children With Grief Grief: Helping Older Adults With Grief Cause Grief and grieving are the natural … more Grief: Helping Children With Grief Grief: Helping Older Adults With Grief Grief: Helping Teens With Grief …
