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… help protect your child from some health problems, such as infections, obesity, and diabetes. footnote 2 Breastfeeding … your baby's immune system . A lower risk for many types of infections, such as ear infections. Fewer gastrointestinal illnesses (vomiting and …
Medications
… encephalopathy, Guillain-Barre syndrome) current illness/infection immune system disorders (such as due to HIV infection, certain cancers such as leukemia/lymphoma, cancer … vaccination with your health care professional. History of infection with tetanus or diphtheria does not always protect …
Medications
… that affect the immune system may lead to increased risk of infection or certain types of cancer. Tell your doctor right … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain infection (cytomegalovirus) Previous treatment with … the nose. Wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infections. During pregnancy, this medication should be used …
Medications
… or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: skin infections asthma Constant or forceful scratching of the skin/scalp may lead to a bacterial skin infection. Tell your doctor right away if you develop … or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: skin infections asthma Constant or forceful scratching of the …
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… a cavity. If not treated, tooth decay can cause pain, infection, and tooth loss. A tooth has three layers. The … a cavity. If not treated, tooth decay can cause pain, infection, and tooth loss. A tooth has three layers. The …
Medical tests
… of the urinary tract, such as kidney stones , tumours, or infection. It is also used to look for problems with the … of the urinary tract, such as kidney stones, tumours, or infection. Look for problems with the structure of the … tract after an injury. Find the cause of urinary tract infections that keep coming back. Find the cause of ongoing …
Medical tests
… canal). A myelogram may be done to find a tumour, an infection, problems with the spine such as a herniated disc … of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis). A tumour or infection causing problems with the spinal cord or nerve … head raised higher than your body. There is a small risk of infection at the needle site or bleeding into the spinal …
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… most common cause. When the adrenal glands are harmed by: Infections, such as tuberculosis , HIV , and other bacterial or fungal infections. Cancer that has spread to the adrenal glands. … your body is under extreme stress, such as when a severe infection, trauma, surgery, or dehydration causes an adrenal …
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… under the skin, which may cause swelling or bruising. Infection at the site of the incision. In rare instances, an infection develops inside the scrotum. Sperm leaking from a … same risks as a traditional vasectomy, such as bleeding, infection, and pain. But these risks may be less with the …
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… system. If your baby has CF, they may have frequent chest infections and problems digesting food. which can result in … Treatment can help with growth and reduce the risk of lung infections. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA): SMA affects the … a baby’s immune system and makes it hard to fight against infections or germs. Early treatment can greatly improve …
