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… On this page: Bev's Story Bev's Story Bev isn't letting the pain of arthritis in her hands and back keep her from doing … else in her life. She has found ways to help reduce the pain that allow her to still enjoy the simple pleasures in … the past 6 years, Bev has been able to keep her pain under control with over-the-counter pain medicine, natural health …
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… or medicines may affect your reaction to anesthesia or pain medicines. Talk about any physical restrictions you … reassure you to help you stay calm. The nurse may go over a pain scale . This may be used to help see how you are doing … are sterilized to reduce your risk of infection. Pain control Pain control is an important concern. Near the end …
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… Bite may have been caused by abuse or neglect Is there any pain? Yes Pain No Pain How bad is the pain on a scale of 0 to 10, if 0 … soak through a few bandages, but it is not fast or out of control. With mild bleeding , any of these may be true: The …
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… of snake or lizard bit you, call your provincial poison control centre right away to help identify the snake or … appear from minutes to hours after a bite. Severe burning pain at the site usually starts within minutes. Then … there any swelling? Yes Swelling No Swelling Is there any pain? Yes Pain No Pain How bad is the pain on a scale of 0 …
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… your symptoms, know what is typical for you, learn how to control it, and know when to call for help. Symptoms of angina include chest pain or pressure, or a strange feeling in the chest. Some people feel pain, pressure, or a strange feeling in the back, neck, jaw, …
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… Cancer treatment Body image after cancer treatment Cancer: controlling nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy Eating … Should I have my ovaries removed to prevent ovarian cancer? Pain management Cancer pain Cancer: Controlling cancer pain Cancer: Home treatment …
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… symptoms can include: Abnormal discharge from the penis Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Itching or … Change in the amount and colour of fluid from the vagina Pain or a burning feeling while urinating Abnormal vaginal … test 3 to 4 weeks after completing treatment. Will my birth control work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very …
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… in the rectum may cause discharge from the anus, rectal pain, mucous with stools, painful bowel movements and redness in the anal area. For … test 3 to 4 weeks after completing treatment. Will my birth control work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very …
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… Gout is a form of arthritis marked by sudden attacks of painful, inflamed joints. If it is not controlled, gout can cause severe damage to joints, tendons, … Gout is a form of arthritis marked by sudden attacks of painful, inflamed joints. If it is not controlled, gout can …
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… or spotting between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain during vaginal sex It is also possible to have … getting pregnant, tubal pregnancies or ongoing pelvic pain. What is the treatment? Cervicitis that is caused by … care provider if another cause is identified. Will my birth control work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very …