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… of the measles, mumps, rubella and varicella-zoster viruses. The MMRV vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … a previous dose of MMR or MMRV vaccine without another cause being identified Has active untreated tuberculosis Is …
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… to help relieve the pressure in the gums. He or she may refuse to eat and drink because of mouth soreness. Children sometimes drool more during this time. The drool may cause a rash on the chin, face, or chest. Teething may cause a …
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… of banana. Make sure that there are no pieces that could cause your baby to choke. Don't feed your baby directly from a … liquids other than breast milk or formula. Your baby can use a cup with your help starting around 6 months of age. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… Exercise Tips Prediabetes: Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes? Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 … own insulin. If you have type 1 diabetes, you will need to use an insulin injector or an insulin pump to make sure your … 1 Diabetes, see Type 1 Diabetes For more information on the use of insulin, see: Diabetes: Giving Yourself an Insulin …
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… with another medicine. For example, one medicine may cause side effects that create problems with other medicines. … stress. Deal with pain, if you have health problems that cause long-term pain. Get regular checkups from your doctor. … Care Planning For Caregivers Many people care for a spouse, a parent, or some other family member who is disabled …
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… away. Sometimes when you try to swallow, the swallowed substance "goes down the wrong way." It gets breathed in to … who are older than age 50. When you breathe in (inhale) a substance, coughing is your body's normal response. It's the … up the problem. Inhaling a substance into your lungs can cause a lung inflammation and infection ( aspiration pneumonia …
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… material. A special type of X-ray, called fluoroscopy , is used to take pictures of the joint. An arthrogram is used to … had a serious allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) from any substance. For instance, have you had a reaction from a bee … had a serious allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) from any substance. For instance, have you had a reaction from a bee …
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… long it takes blood to clot. A prothrombin time test can be used to check for bleeding problems. PT is also used to … factors. The absence of any of the clotting factors. Other substances, called inhibitors, that affect the clotting … factors. The absence of any of the clotting factors. Other substances, called inhibitors, that affect the clotting …
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… DNA from cells attached to the root of the hair. It can be used to find out if people are related. Forensic hair … by nutrition and internal metabolism but also by external substances. Air pollution, mineral content of the water … by nutrition and internal metabolism but also by external substances. Air pollution, mineral content of the water …
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… and sumac? Poison ivy, oak, and sumac are plants that can cause a red, itchy rash called allergic contact dermatitis . … may start to react to the oil as though it's a harmful substance. The rash is only spread through the oil. You … may start to react to the oil as though it's a harmful substance. The rash is only spread through the oil. You …
