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… early stages. Getting PEP before symptoms appear usually prevents infection, and you are likely to recover. If you … away. They can advise you on what to do next. How can you prevent it? To avoid contact with the rabies virus: Have pet … a dead animal. Avoid any contact with its brain tissue. Preventive rabies vaccination may be recommended if you are …
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… (IG) if testing shows that you are not immune. IG doesn't prevent infection, but it may make symptoms less severe. It … the chance of birth defects, although it doesn't always prevent them. Children with congenital rubella syndrome have been born to mothers who have received IG. How can you prevent it? The rubella vaccine protects against the …
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… the label. Cut your nails short or wear gloves at night to prevent scratching. Wear loose and comfortable clothing. … Avoid scratchy fabrics next to your skin. How do you prevent it? Practice good skin hygiene to keep your skin … up with non-prescription medicines, see your doctor to prevent more serious skin problems. …
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… The goal is to stop damage to the brain and liver and to prevent other problems. While in the hospital, your child … This will help your child feel more secure. How can you prevent it? The most important step you can take to prevent Reye syndrome is to not give aspirin or any product …
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… other treatments, unless your doctor recommends them. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids. Choose water … eating again, start with small amounts of food. How can you prevent it? You can prevent C. perfringens foodborne illness by cooling and …
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… to help with hot flashes. Hormone therapy can also help prevent early bone loss. Talk to your doctor about which … from Fertility Matters Canada. Can you prevent it? At this time, there is no way to prevent primary ovarian insufficiency. But you can take …
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… Warning This medication may cause serious (rarely fatal) kidney problems. The risk is higher if you have kidney … polyneuropathy-CIDP). Some products may also be used to prevent certain blood vessel disorders in people with … or planned immunizations/vaccinations. This medication may prevent a good response to certain live viral vaccines (such …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Ongoing Concerns Living With COPD Medicines … undo the damage to your lungs. But you can take steps to prevent more damage and to feel better. What causes COPD? … you are exposed to a lot of chemicals or dust. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) doesn't recommend …
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… of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used … may return to normal after the drug is stopped. To help prevent skin effects, limit your time in the sun. Avoid … may return to normal after the drug is stopped. To help prevent skin effects, limit your time in the sun. Avoid …
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… of these symptoms. The immune system is also important in preventing and controlling cancer. Though it is very … pharmacist your medical history, especially of: active or recurrent infection (such as hepatitis B, HIV, tuberculosis) … of these symptoms. The immune system is also important in preventing and controlling cancer. Though it is very …