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… light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, arms … to others from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… a cough? Yes Cough No Cough How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else … be concerned about the cost. But based on your answers, the safest and quickest way for you to get the care you need is …
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… Afterpains are sharp pains in the belly that occur in the first few days after childbirth. They may cause some … your doctor or midwife can prescribe medicine that is safe and works well. Postpartum: First 6 … your doctor or midwife can prescribe medicine that is safe and works well. Postpartum: First 6 …
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… Often those with PCOS have fewer than nine periods a year. Some have no periods. Others have heavy bleeding. … that lead to PCOS often start in the early teens, after the first menstrual period. Symptoms may be more noticeable … that lead to PCOS often start in the early teens, after the first menstrual period. Symptoms may be more noticeable …
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… of having a fracture related to osteoporosis in the next 10 years. You can use this tool. Go to the website at … help predict your risk of having a fracture in the next 10 years. This tool is online at www.osteoporosis.ca . Here are … you to have a follow-up bone density test, for example, a year or two after treatment starts. Getting follow-up tests …
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