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… health, but people who are pregnant or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if … at night Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting, breathable clothing, sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat if you are outside. … and the postpartum period. Many pregnant people have lower blood pressure during early pregnancy. Warm conditions bring …
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… marrow function, an effect that may lead to a low number of blood cells such as red cells, white cells, and platelets. … sunburn (radiation recall). The reaction usually develops within days to months after treatment on the skin area … and sunlamps. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. A very serious allergic reaction to …
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… that doesn't stop abdominal or stomach pain/cramping blood/mucus in your stool If you have these symptoms, do not … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side effects. … ranolazine, suvorexant, tacrolimus, tasimelteon, "blood thinners" (such as warfarin), calcium channel blockers (such …
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… (possibly fatal) lung problems. Lung problems may occur within the first month of treatment or after long-term use of … doesn't go away chest pain shortness of breath/trouble breathing joint/muscle pain bluish/purplish skin This medication … that doesn't stop abdominal or stomach pain/cramping blood/mucus in your stool If you have these symptoms, do not …
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… Monitoring may include hearing, kidney, urine, and drug blood level tests. Avoid other medications that may increase … of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing This is not a complete list of possible side effects. … and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 9-1-1 . Otherwise, call a poison control center …
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… of heat. The body is very good at keeping its temperature within a safe range, even when temperatures outside the body change a lot. When you are too hot, the blood vessels in your skin widen to carry the excess heat to … cup on the skin in the centre of the forehead. Make sure nothing is between the thermometer cup and the skin. Press the …
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… also have pain, pressure or burning, or a feeling that something has "given way." What causes it? Most inguinal hernias … of the intestine is trapped very tightly in the hernia, the blood supply to that part of the intestine can be cut off … techniques, and avoid heavy lifting if you can. To lift things more safely, bend your knees and let your arms and …
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… is. Complications after the surgery include: Pain. Heavy blood loss. Bladder or bowel injury. Blood clot to the lung … Cysts Menopause and Perimenopause Pelvic Organ Prolapse Thinking About Oophorectomy Uterine Fibroids … Cysts Menopause and Perimenopause Pelvic Organ Prolapse Thinking About Oophorectomy Uterine Fibroids …
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… You may be one of them. For example, you may have high blood pressure and diabetes, or you may have high blood … how you are being treated for each health problem you have. Think of your doctors as your team. Tell each doctor that … can do a lot to help yourself. One of the most important things is to get support. This can be your partner, a family …
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… on their own in a few days or weeks. Here are some of the things you may notice about your baby's skin. It looks like … petechiae (say "puh-TEE-kee-eye"). These are specks of blood that have leaked into the skin. They are caused by the … half get bigger as the child grows. Sometimes they get thicker and darker. Hemangiomas (say "hee-man-jee-OH-muhs") …
