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… disability. The prevalence of hearing loss rises with age. About 65 percent of people over the age of 70 have hearing problems. People over the age of 60 should schedule routine hearing tests every 2 years. If hearing loss is detected, hearing tests should be …
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… infections (STIs). EC does not cause an abortion or miscarriage if you are already pregnant. It only prevents a … stops fertilization by causing a chemical change that damages sperm and egg before they can meet. Like any birth … IUD is that it can remain in your uterus for up to 10 years as an effective form of contraception if you wish. …
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… Hepatitis-A/Hepatitis-B Vaccine - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: HEP-a-TYE-tis/HEP-a-TYE-tis vak-SEEN … into a muscle by a health care professional. Adults and children usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and …
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… - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or … shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in …
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… Dextromethorphan/Decongestant/Acetaminophen - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or … shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in …
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… of the eye. So you may still need reading glasses after age 40. Laser surgery can cost a lot. It is rarely covered … still don't know if there are problems that may occur many years later. Serious problems that threaten vision are rare. … can cause eye problems, such as eye infections and damage to the cornea. It may bother you to wear glasses all the …
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… from 18-24 months Last updated August 10, 2013 At this age, your toddler is probably happier playing alongside - rather than with - other children. But it's important to introduce new playmates. … your toddler’s social and emotional development. On this page: Social and emotional milestones Play and activity Other …
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… Hemochromatosis Gene (HFE) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is … pancreas, joints, skin, and other organs. In its early stages, hemochromatosis can cause joint and belly pain, … . But many people do not have symptoms in the early stages. In men, hereditary hemochromatosis is usually found at …
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… as infection or clotting of the dialysis access . Encourage you to talk with your loved ones about end-of-life goals … around the dialysis access that can lead to a bowel blockage, but this is rare. Problems linked to hemodialysis may … decisions. I've been on regular hemodialysis for the past 5 years. When I first started, I felt good and my activities …
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… me feel stronger after the trauma of cancer. Claudia, age 42 When my doctor first mentioned that I could have my … I use a prosthesis in my bra, and this works fine. Patrice, age 51 I had my left breast removed 3 years ago and my right breast removed last year. I chose at …
