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… vaccine How does pertussis spread? Pertussis spreads easily when an infected person coughs, sneezes or has close contact … spread to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are not severe and if left untreated, it can …
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… page: Overview Overview Hypoxia occurs when the cornea does not get enough oxygen. It is the most … how we develop our content . … Overview Hypoxia occurs when the cornea does not get enough oxygen. It is the most …
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… medicines that rapidly dissolve a blood clot. They are used when a blood clot causes an emergency, such as a heart … medicines that rapidly dissolve a blood clot. They are used when a blood clot causes an emergency, such as a heart …
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… Needle puncture and aspiration of the sinus may be needed when a person has repeated sinus infections. More accurate … Needle puncture and aspiration of the sinus may be needed when a person has repeated sinus infections. More accurate …
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… active. Image Being active Learn what to consider when getting started with physical activity and tips for …
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… in the enlarged veins (varices). Variceal bleeding occurs when the pressure increases in the portal vein system and … in the enlarged veins (varices). Variceal bleeding occurs when the pressure increases in the portal vein system and …
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… drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is safe when left alone or with an older sibling while supported by … drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is safe when left alone or with an older sibling while supported by …
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… or more easily. Local anesthesia does not harm the baby when given before an episiotomy. It does not relieve pain … or more easily. Local anesthesia does not harm the baby when given before an episiotomy. It does not relieve pain …
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… Treatment Cancer Support: Managing Stress Cancer Support: When Your Cancer Comes Back or Gets Worse Cancer Treatment … Radioactive Iodine Treatment Reducing Cancer Risk When You Are BRCA-Positive Retroperitoneal Lymph Node … Should I Have a BRCA Gene Test? Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms? Breast Cancer: Should …
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… painful side of your face. Avoid sleeping on your stomach. When you sleep, use a single, flat pillow or a specially … painful side of your face. Avoid sleeping on your stomach. When you sleep, use a single, flat pillow or a specially …
