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… with Yersinia bacteria. Outbreaks of yersiniosis have been linked to untreated water, contaminated pork and … their hands or fingers in, or near, their mouth after they have handled an infected pet or animal. What are the … and yersiniosis can be misdiagnosed as appendicitis. If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care …
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… can only be done on babies before the bones of the skull have grown together. The test looks for possible problems of … mass. Because the test can't be done after the skull bones have fused, it is only done after the skull has been opened … the brain. How To Prepare In general, there's nothing you have to do before this test, unless your doctor tells you …
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… your symptoms and where you've eaten or travelled. You may have blood tests if your doctor thinks you have the virus. These tests can tell if your liver is inflamed and whether you have antibodies to the hepatitis E virus. Having these …
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… look like other more common skin problems. In people who have darker skin, the sores may be a lighter colour than the … it to others. Other symptoms may also occur. The person may have: A fever. A sore throat. A vague feeling of weakness or … the birth of a child with congenital syphilis. Some people have a relapse of the infection during its latent stage. A …
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… Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services right away if: You have a sudden, severe headache that is different from past … your doctor now or seek medical care right away if: You have new bruises or blood spots under your skin. You have a nosebleed. Your gums bleed when you brush your teeth. …
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… quality of life? Most people with a VAD feel better and have a better quality of life. They can be active, drive, work, be social, and enjoy hobbies. If you have a VAD, you will have a team of specialists who will help you. They will see …
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… of sleep to grow and develop. School-age children may have trouble learning and developing socially if they don't … same order each night so your child knows what to expect. Have your child go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning. Children who have consistent and regular bedtimes are less likely to have …
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… controlled in almost every case. This doesn't mean that you have no pain. It means that the pain stays at a level that … and ease tension. You could ask someone else to rub your shoulders or back. You can massage your own feet, hands, or … and ease tension. You could ask someone else to rub your shoulders or back. You can massage your own feet, hands, or …
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… stepclimber Difficulty getting places Take the bus Car pool Have someone come to your home Unsuitable or uninteresting … - 5 or 10 minutes at a time. Make yourself a priority; have a friend or family member come over and take time out … in aqua fit classes or do your own pool exercises Have a friend or family member assist and support you …
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… and improve sleep. It is sometimes used to help people who have pain or discomfort from cancer or other diseases. The … cancer or any other disease. How Well It Works No studies have proved that therapeutic touch works for treating any … anxiety. Some people who receive therapeutic touch say they have a refreshed spirit, heal faster, and feel better. There …
