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… the immune system, it may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious (rarely fatal) infection (such as fungal infections, bacterial infections including tuberculosis) or … is very unlikely to happen, there is a risk (especially in children/teens/young adults) of developing cancer (such as …
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… your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. … on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight. It is very … your immune system gets stronger, it can begin to fight off infections you already had, possibly causing disease …
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… a certain virus infection (rotavirus) in infants and young children. Rotavirus can cause fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. Although nearly all children become infected with this virus before they are 5 … of body fluids (dehydration). Most severe cases occur in children between 6 to 24 months old. This vaccine contains …
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… People 5 years of age and older should get one dose. Children 6 months to 4 years of age and people with weakened … under the armpit, nausea and vomiting. Babies and young children may be irritable, sleepy and have a decreased … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… You can also educate yourself on how to prevent waterborne infections: Disinfecting drinking water Waterborne infections in B.C. Preventing waterborne infections for … is a good idea, particularly for households with infants, children or pregnant people. If you are uncertain about …
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… may be so small that you don't notice them. If you or your children come in direct contact with a bat, or if you find a … avoid these animals. Secure garbage and other items that attract animals. Secure open areas of your home, such as pet … avoid these animals. Secure garbage and other items that attract animals. Secure open areas of your home, such as pet …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Young children are more likely than older children or adults to put small objects up their noses. … against the object. This is called pressure necrosis. Older children and adults can also inhale objects while working …
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… need to go to the hospital if your pain gets worse. Avoid infections. Make sure that you and your child get all the … of fluid if you have a fever or infection. Limit alcohol. Children should keep a water bottle with them during school, … need to go to the hospital if your pain gets worse. Avoid infections. Make sure that you and your child get all the …
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… rarely permanent. Bacterial meningitis occurs more often in children with cochlear implants than in children the same age who do not have implants. Health … 2 weeks before cochlear implant surgery. After surgery, children need to be up to date with all vaccinations. Watch …
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… Most people don't have to be admitted to the hospital. But children who have the surgery may stay in the hospital … Trabeculectomy is not the first surgery used for treating children who have childhood glaucoma . How Well It Works The … Trabeculectomy is less likely to be successful in: Children who have congenital glaucoma. People who have …