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Medical tests
… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A computed … scan of your belly, you may be asked to not eat any solid foods starting the night before your scan. For a CT scan of … Tell the technologist or your doctor how you are feeling. Risks The chance of a CT scan causing a problem is small. …
Medications
… It is very important to talk with the doctor about the risks and benefits of antidepressant medication (especially … questions. Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually one to three times daily or as directed by … medication once daily, take it at bedtime to decrease the risk of drowsiness. Dosage is based on your medical …
Medications
… if you develop joint/muscle/tendon pain or swelling. Your risk for tendon problems is greater if you are over 60 years … eyelids, unsteady walk) or trouble breathing. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this … directed by your doctor, usually once daily with or without food. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication …
Medications
… permanent. Talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks before any spinal procedure. Your doctor may direct … procedure. Carefully follow your doctor's directions. The risk of bleeding may be higher if you have a deformed spine, … blood clots after certain surgeries with an increased risk of blood clots (such as knee or hip replacement). It …
Medications
… Your condition will not improve any faster, and the risk of serious side effects may be increased. Avoid eating … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … fainting) that need medical attention right away. The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain …
Health topics
… fully grown yet. The earlier a baby is born, the higher the risk of problems. What causes it? Preterm labour can be … If you had preterm labour in a previous pregnancy, your risk for having it again is high. Your doctor may consider … your second and third trimesters. This may help lower your risk of preterm labour. But if you're pregnant with twins or …
Medications
… an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only …
Medications
… longer than prescribed because doing so may increase the risk of side effects. Use this medication regularly to get … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this …
Medications
… to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only …
Medications
… it is important to follow safe sex practices to reduce the risk of giving herpes to your partner, even if there are no … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … you are pregnant before using this medication. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Acyclovir may pass into …
