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… with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of … of: kidney disease/failure (dialysis) dehydration use/abuse of alcohol low blood pressure history of yeast … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of … (such as kidney dialysis) liver problems dehydration use/abuse of alcohol low blood pressure high cholesterol history … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … drugs) such as ibuprofen, ketorolac, naproxen. To prevent an overdose of aspirin, read the labels carefully …
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… to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina). Lowering high blood pressure … stop this medication and tell the doctor right away. Older adults may be at a greater risk for side effects such as …
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… your risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcoholic beverages. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … you to take low-dose aspirin for heart attack or stroke prevention (usually 81-162 milligrams a day), you should …
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… occur in children (juvenile spondyloarthropathies) and adults. They include ankylosing spondylitis , reactive … and on good posture and stretching of the affected areas to prevent stiffening and deformity. Non-steroidal … and on good posture and stretching of the affected areas to prevent stiffening and deformity. Non-steroidal …
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… disease? Fifth disease is a very common childhood illness. Adults can get it too. It is sometimes called slapped-cheek … to Children Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: … to Children Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: …
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… fractures in vertebrae, which can result in the condition. Older adults can develop spondylolisthesis because wear and tear … fractures in vertebrae, which can result in the condition. Older adults can develop spondylolisthesis because wear and …
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… disease, or schizophrenia). Sometimes ECT is used for older adults who are taking multiple medicines for other illnesses … disease, or schizophrenia). Sometimes ECT is used for older adults who are taking multiple medicines for other …
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… in almost all men as they age. It is a common problem in older men. BPH is not cancer. But an enlarged prostate can … role, especially for severe BPH in men younger than 60. Men older than 50 have higher chances of developing BPH. Experts … Age 12 and Older Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
