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… your infection does not get better as expected. How can you prevent it? As more antibiotic-resistant bacteria develop, … on your skin and in your nose, you may be treated to try to prevent getting or spreading a MRSA infection. You may be … your infection does not get better as expected. How can you prevent it? As more antibiotic-resistant bacteria develop, …
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… of treatment for a slipped capital femoral epiphysis is to prevent further slippage, restore the normal position of the … be used to take weight off the hip. Before surgery, this prevents further slippage and helps reduce pain. After … Hip Problems, Age 11 and Younger Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: …
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… The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially important for those at … or severe disease, including: People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living … Have symptoms of COVID-19 If you have a new illness preventing you from your regular activities, you should wait …
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… diphenhydramine) for you to take before each dose to help prevent serious side effects. Follow your doctor's … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be at greater risk for heart problems (such as …
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… may prescribe additional minerals and/or electrolytes to prevent seizures. It is important that you receive … of the drug, especially the effects on developing bones. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… anemia). These problems can decrease your body's ability to prevent/stop bleeding, fight infection, or carry enough … nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports. Older adults may be at greater risk for side effects (such as …
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… pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is … away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… certain types of stomach ulcers. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Clarithromycin is … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… or bladder (incontinence). Uses Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. This helps to reduce … nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… your specific health needs. Uses This medication is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart … and apply a new patch afterward, and how to do so properly. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
