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… disinfectant level and add disinfectant if it is low. Then, test the disinfectant level before entering the water to … reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing services to help you properly maintain water quality …
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… If a doctor suspected a case of smallpox, blood and skin tests would be needed to confirm the diagnosis. A confirmed … in the outbreak area could diagnose smallpox without a lab test. The doctor would look at the rash and ask about … If a doctor suspected a case of smallpox, blood and skin tests would be needed to confirm the diagnosis. A confirmed …
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… of the physical examination, the doctor may do other tests, such as: A urinalysis and urine culture and sensitivity test, if a bladder or kidney infection is suspected. An … of the physical examination, the doctor may do other tests, such as: A urinalysis and urine culture and …
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… high risk of breast cancer. For example, those who have tested positive for a breast cancer (BRCA) gene change are … mammograms or breast MRIs. There is no need for these tests if both breasts are removed. But regular follow-up is … high risk of breast cancer. For example, those who have tested positive for a breast cancer (BRCA) gene change are …
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… is not common, so diagnosis can be hard. There's no one test to diagnose CRPS. Your doctor will ask about your … hurts, your doctor will compare it to your right arm. More tests may be needed to rule out other possible causes of … is not common, so diagnosis can be hard. There's no one test to diagnose CRPS. Your doctor will ask about your …
Medications
… problems. Your doctor will check the results of your blood tests and adjust your treatment to reduce your risk for … doctor. Women of childbearing age should have a pregnancy test before starting this medication. To prevent pregnancy, … not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, kidney function, eye …
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… should be used at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest amount of time. Discuss the use of this medication with … acid This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests, possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your …
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… harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you start this medication. Women should ask … provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such as complete blood counts, urine tests) should be done while you are using this medication. …
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… not a cure. Most types of prostate cancer need the hormone testosterone to grow and spread. This medication works by reducing the amount of testosterone that the body makes. This effect helps slow or … above). Use of this medication for a long time may make the testicles unable to produce testosterone or sperm. It is not …
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… COPD-chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) stomach/intestinal problems (such as ulcers, bleeding) heart problems … the chance of side effects. If you are going to have an MRI test, tell testing personnel that you are using this patch. Some …
