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… TB. Active TB means that the TB bacteria are growing and causing symptoms. If your lungs are infected with active TB, … who has active disease exhales air that contains TB-causing bacteria and another person inhales the bacteria from … results of sensitivity testing . Using directly observed therapy (DOT) . This means visits with a health professional …
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… if you want to do your feet. A candy thermometer (if you're using a slow cooker or double boiler). If you get a paraffin … and used again. Osteoarthritis Physiotherapy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: … if you want to do your feet. A candy thermometer (if you're using a slow cooker or double boiler). If you get a paraffin …
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… a special type of pacemaker (cardiac resynchronization therapy) and may raise other issues to think about. Key … is considered minor surgery. It can usually be done using local anesthesia. Your doctor will make a small … after the procedure. Blood clots may form in your arms, causing a lot of swelling. A lung could collapse …
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… because of thyroid cancer. Radioactive iodine therapy destroys any remaining thyroid tissue or cancer … it may get worse temporarily after radioactive iodine therapy. Citations Sisson JC, et al. (2011). … because of thyroid cancer. Radioactive iodine therapy destroys any remaining thyroid tissue or cancer …
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… or has a short esophagus. This procedure is often done using laparoscopic surgery. This type of surgery works best … trial comparing proton-pump inhibition with surgical therapy for reflux oesophagitis. British Journal of Surgery … or has a short esophagus. This procedure is often done using laparoscopic surgery. This type of surgery works best …
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… the directions for cleaning the machine. Try occlusion therapy. This therapy involves applying creams or lotions, then wrapping … the directions for cleaning the machine. Try occlusion therapy. This therapy involves applying creams or lotions, …
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… Stand up straight as you move. Making the bed Instead of using several layers of sheets and blankets, use a duvet or … to stand in one place, you might feel better with one foot slightly higher than the other. When you do dishes, open the … Romito MD - Family Medicine Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… pupil (such as during an eye exam). Pilocarpine works by causing the pupil of the eye to shrink and decreasing the … eye. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before replacing … of the eye, temporary blurred vision, poor vision in dim light, headache, or brow ache may occur. If any of these …
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… to these white blood cells, then shines ultraviolet (UV) light on them. Then the machine returns the treated cells … you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell … to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Precautions Before using methoxsalen, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are …
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… should receive another antibiotic or have desensitization therapy. In this type of therapy, you start taking small … can also: Take a cool shower or apply a cool compress. Wear lightweight clothes that don't bother your skin. Avoid … can also: Take a cool shower or apply a cool compress. Wear lightweight clothes that don't bother your skin. Avoid …
