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… from the airways. Mucus may be made in the lungs because of bronchitis , pneumonia , or chronic obstructive … smokers, the most effective way to treat a cough is to stop smoking. A change in the cough or in the colour or quantity … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine David Messenger MD …
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… are called ventricles. A natural electrical system causes the heart muscle to contract. This pumps blood through … include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cigarette smoking, diabetes, and a family history of early heart … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon …
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… Obesity On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk What Happens Examinations and … and Programs Tips for Getting to a Healthy Weight Medicines Surgery Condition … that are important to many health problems. Obesity: Should I Have Weight-Loss Surgery? Obesity: Should I Take …
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… children the same age. The milestones tell you what you should expect from your child in five areas: Physical growth … problem, trouble hearing, or an emotional life change may cause a mild and temporary delay in reaching a milestone. For … John Pope MD - Pediatrics Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Susan C. Kim …
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… as a complication of previous nasal surgery, from cocaine use, excessive nose picking, trauma, cancer, or diseases … nose cleaned in the doctor's office a few times. Your nose should be healed 2 to 3 weeks after the nasal pack is … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Donald R. …
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… in severity for 6 to 12 hours. Seizures. Chills, fever, nausea, or vomiting. Sweating. Severe belly, back, or chest … restlessness, or shock. Severe high blood pressure. What should you do if you think you've been bitten by a black … since the bite. How is a black widow spider bite treated? Medicine to counteract black widow spider venom (antivenom) …
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… There are several ways to induce labour, such as using medicine or breaking the amniotic sac. After you have your baby, you should not have any side effects from the medicine used to start labour. Ways to induce labor There are several …
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… diabetes is under control. A diabetes care plan for school should include medical information as well as other … Your province may have a care plan template that you can use. If not, you can find one at … a shot, use an insulin pen, or have an insulin pump. Other medicine. If your child takes other medicine for diabetes, …
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… for changes that could lead to cancer. Two tests can be used to screen for cervical cancer. They may be used alone … in all areas or covered by all provincial health plans. Who should be screened? Most cervical cancer screening programs … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen …
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… gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis is an upset stomach. It causes nausea and vomiting. You may also have diarrhea or a … can happen when you throw up a lot or have diarrhea. What should you do at home? Drink plenty of fluids. Choose water … Drinking too much too fast can cause vomiting. Electrolytes should also be replaced, especially if vomiting or diarrhea …