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… also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most … infections result in TSS. It is more common in children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, … disease) . Scarlet fever usually starts with a red rash on the body, which can spread quickly. It feels like …
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… Cuts On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … is more likely with a bite injury. Cuts that have damage to tissues under the cut. Injuries to nerves, tendons, … are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …
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… Efavirenz - Oral On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions … severe dizziness fainting Efavirenz can commonly cause a rash that is usually not serious. In adults, a rash may … is started. Consult the doctor for more information. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
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… Stress in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Overview Children and … outdoor play, and solo and group sports. Write or draw. Older children often find it helpful to write about the …
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… Relieving a Cough On this page: Overview Overview Coughing is your … substances and mucus from your lungs and upper airway passages. Productive coughs are often useful. Don't try to stop … to advise you. Use cough medicines with caution if you are older than 60 or if you have chronic breathing problems. …
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… Face-Lift (Rhytidectomy) On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … incisions are needed. How many you need will depend on your age, the number of wrinkles you have, and other factors. The … new position. Why It Is Done Face-lifts are done to make an older face look younger by getting rid of wrinkles, lifting …
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… Cataracts On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk … cloudy area in the lens of the eye. They block the passage of light to the retina . Nerve cells in the retina … they can cause vision problems. Cataracts are common in older adults. But changes caused by aging don't always lead …
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… Caregiving: Overview of Personal Care On this page: Overview Overview Helping someone … someone in bed Personal care and grooming Dental care for older adults Hair washing and care Shaving Caring for … care Caring for the skin of an immobile adult Preventing rashes in the groin area Caregiver Tips …
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… Fluphenazine - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved … fainting skin discoloration butterfly-shaped facial rash joint pain seizures In rare instances, this medication …
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… First Appointment On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in the … When was my last menstrual period? _____________ At what age did my menstrual cycles begin? _________ My cycles are: … explain: When was I last screened for colon cancer (if I am older than 50)? ________________ If the results were …
