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… of sickle cell disease. Lower the risk of stroke in infants and children. Blood transfusions aren't usually used … of sickle cell disease. Lower the risk of stroke in infants and children. Blood transfusions aren't usually used …
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… a cleft lip. Death early in life, mainly because of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). A baby with a low birth … a cleft lip. Death early in life, mainly because of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). A baby with a low birth …
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… This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is … by your doctor. Take this medication with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) unless directed otherwise. … be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A …
Medical tests
… and chocolate. Shampoo your hair and rinse with clear water the evening before or the morning of the test. Do not … you start breathing normally again. Risks An EEG is a very safe test. The electrical activity of your brain is … you start breathing normally again. Risks An EEG is a very safe test. The electrical activity of your brain is …
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… help prevent infection and further injury so you can be safe in all of your everyday activities. Explore the … Age 12 and Older Copperhead Coral Snake Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin) Coughs, Age 12 and Older CPR Basics Crying, … help prevent infection and further injury so you can be safe in all of your everyday activities. Explore the …
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… Surgery for Ovarian Cysts Self-Care Use heat, such as a hot water bottle, a heating pad set on low, or a warm bath, to relax tense muscles and relieve cramping. Be safe with medicines. Take pain medicines exactly as … warm bath, to relax tense muscles and relieve cramping. Be safe with medicines. Take pain medicines exactly as …
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… Your allergist injects under your skin a solution of salt water (saline) that contains a very small amount of the … stop using medicines. Risks Allergy shots almost always are safe if given correctly. Redness and warmth at the shot site … stop using medicines. Risks Allergy shots almost always are safe if given correctly. Redness and warmth at the shot site …
Medical tests
… you understand what you can expect. And it will help you safely prepare for surgery. Preparing for surgery You may … take you home. Anesthesia and pain medicine will make it unsafe for you to drive or get home on your own. Understand … you breathe. Use throat lozenges and gargle with warm salt water to help your sore throat. After a laparoscopy, you may …
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… belly, or armpit. Warm your hands by running warm (not hot) water over them or rubbing them together. This will help … belly, or armpit. Warm your hands by running warm (not hot) water over them or rubbing them together. This will help …
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… Overview Overview Immediately run cold water over the hot tar or hot plastic to cool the tar or … we develop our content . … Overview Immediately run cold water over the hot tar or hot plastic to cool the tar or …