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… is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small … with invasive GAS you may require antibiotics. Speak to your health care provider for more information. How can I …
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… person's blood. Before you try to stop the bleeding : Wash your hands well with soap and water, if available. Put on … of fabric, plastic bags, or whatever you have between your hands and the wound. Have the person hold his or her … It may ooze or trickle for up to 45 minutes. Return any skin flap to its normal position. If necessary, hold the …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … as blurred vision) small red/purple/brown spots on your skin There have been rare reports of a certain blood …
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… has been arranged. If a public water supply system serves your home, you will be notified if, and when, your water is safe to drink. If your water supply comes from … such as an N95. During cleaning, avoid touching exposed skin with contaminated gloves or items. You should wash …
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… level that you can bear. The key to pain control is telling your doctor what your pain feels like and what relieves it for you. How is it … using heat or cold treatment: Don't apply heat or cold to skin that may be red or tender from radiation treatment. …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … consult your doctor or pharmacist. Apply one patch to your skin as directed by your doctor, usually every 3 to 4 days. … an area of skin that is under clothing and protected from sunlight. Avoid applying the patch on your waistline, since …
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… An ingrown toenail is a toenail that has grown into the skin instead of over it. This usually happens to the big … toenail can have a number of different causes. Cutting your toenail too short or rounding the edge of the nail can … that don't fit well can also cause an ingrown toenail. If your shoes are too tight, they might press the nail into the …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … thigh) by a health care professional. Injection under the skin may be used if you have a bleeding disorder. Your …
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… Preparation for Medical Tests On this page: Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test Health Tools Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test Medical tests can be scary for … his or her discomfort, such as EMLA cream to numb the skin before a needle stick. At the time of the test or …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … specific health needs. Uses Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, …
