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Medications
… toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medications
… discomfort/pain and lessen how often you have diarrhea or bloody stools. Mesalamine is an aminosalicylate … about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… touching their genitals). The chance of passing herpes is highest when there is an active outbreak (when sores or … is less likely. Women who have an active outbreak in late pregnancy can pass the infection to their baby during a … (around the genitals, anus or mouth) or send you for a blood test. If the sores have already started to heal, a …
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… gentle. It is often used to promote relaxation, improve blood flow, and relieve muscle tension. The therapist uses … techniques on the top layer of muscles in the direction of blood flow to the heart. This may also include moving the … pain. It can also relieve muscle tension and may improve blood flow, relieve pressure on nerves, and restore normal …
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… injuries from scuba diving? Scuba diving can expose you to high waves and dangerous sea life. But the more likely … Divers breathe compressed air that contains nitrogen. At higher pressure under water, the nitrogen gas goes into the … you're exposed to increasing air pressure, like the high pressure underwater. The pressure is slowly reduced, as …
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… people who work night shifts gain weight because they eat high-calorie or high-fat meals. Don't have alcohol or caffeine in the hours … people who work night shifts gain weight because they eat high-calorie or high-fat meals. Don't have alcohol or …
Medical tests
… You get an injection of a radioactive tracer into your blood. Then your doctor uses a special camera to see how well your heart is pumping blood. Invasive procedure. This test is done as part of a … of your heart muscle as your ventricles fill and pump blood. The size of your ventricles. How efficiently your …
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… stress and strain on your muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, blood vessels, and spine. You could also be at risk for … you use them. Use stepladders instead of chairs to reach high objects. Report any hazards such as loose carpeting or … stress levels, leading to problems with muscles and joints. High-level noise is regulated by the Canadian Centre for …
Medications
… in people while receiving cetuximab. Your risk may be higher if you have a history of tick bites or have a severe … breath, or unusual sweating. Your doctor will order certain blood tests (including magnesium, calcium, and potassium) … infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away, high fever, chills) signs of kidney problems (such as change …
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… and reduces your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Knowing why you want to … and reduces your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Knowing why you want …
