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… bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. Impetigo is usually …
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… Information Asthma in Children Asthma in Teenagers and Adults COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) … Information Asthma in Children Asthma in Teenagers and Adults COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) …
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… number. This medication does not cure herpes and does not prevent passing the infection to someone else. It does not prevent a future occurrence. Do not use this medication to … (such as a disposable cotton swab) on infected areas to prevent spreading the infection. If you accidentally wipe …
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… such as docusate are often the first method used for preventing and treating this type of constipation. Docusate … in 4 to 8 ounces of fruit juice, milk or infant formula to prevent throat irritation and mask a bitter taste. Use this … with others. Keep all medical and lab appointments. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, …
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… Quitting Smoking: Helping Someone Quit Quitting Smoking: Preventing Slips or Relapses Why Do You Smoke? Most people … to their peers. They may do it to rebel against adults. But children and teens are also influenced by their … your health and live longer. Learn more Quitting Smoking: Preventing Slips or Relapses Recommitting to Staying …
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… sensitized during late pregnancy or childbirth. How is it prevented? If you have Rh-negative blood but aren't … or more shots of Rh immune globulin (such as WinRho). This prevents Rh sensitization in nearly all women who use it. … how well or poorly the baby is doing. Treatment focuses on preventing or reducing fetal harm and on avoiding early …
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… tampons and menstrual cups do not cause TSS. Can TSS be prevented? TSS can be prevented by keeping all burns, wounds, scrapes and animal … diaphragms, cervical caps or contraceptive sponges, you can prevent TSS by: Following the directions on package inserts, …
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… flow in the arteries. Controlling blood pressure can help prevent damage to nerves and blood vessels. How often: At … Diabetes Canada 2018 clinical practice guidelines for the prevention and management of diabetes in Canada. Canadian … Diabetes Canada 2018 clinical practice guidelines for the prevention and management of diabetes in Canada. Canadian …
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… ventricular tachycardia treated? Goals of treatment are to: Prevent an abnormal heartbeat. Improve your symptoms. Prevent cardiac arrest (the heart stops pumping blood) and sudden death. To prevent VT and relieve symptoms, you may take heart rhythm …
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… to treat arthritis. Warfarin (such as Coumadin). It helps prevent blood clots. Lithium. It is used to treat bipolar … multivitamin supplementation for the primary and secondary prevention of neural tube defects and other folic … multivitamin supplementation for the primary and secondary prevention of neural tube defects and other folic …
