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… get the shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have … The vaccine prevents more than 90% of cases of shingles in adults 50 years and older. In adults 18 years and older with a weakened immune system, the …
Medications
… mask or mouthpiece) and how to properly clean it to prevent infections. If you have any questions, consult your doctor, … the eyes. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections, gargle, rinse your mouth with water and spit out … receive a flu shot annually. Discuss with your doctor. In adults, this medication can increase the risk of bone loss …
Medications
… or diet. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious … recent heart attack) high blood pressure current/past infections (such as joint infections and infections caused … risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcoholic beverages. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… plate (physis). It needs to be checked by a doctor. Older adults are at higher risk for injuries and fractures. That's … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … need care sooner. HomeTreatment RelatedInformation Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain …
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… mild, severe disease can occur. Some of the most common infections that can spread from animals to humans include: … the petting zoo or open farm Make sure there are enough adults to supervise children Teach your child how to wash …
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… specific health needs. Uses Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, … simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes … of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue …
Medications
… professional. Each treatment period is called a cycle. In adults, it is usually given on days 1, 3, and 5 of each … seizure Nelarabine can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections …
Medical tests
… the intestines to help move food through the digestive tract . Sometimes a test for gastrin is done after eating a … the intestines to help move food through the digestive tract . Sometimes a test for gastrin is done after eating a …
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… suspected in a person with diabetes who has upper digestive tract symptoms or has blood sugar levels that are hard to … a test that measures the strength and pattern of muscle contractions. This test may be done in the stomach (gastric … suspected in a person with diabetes who has upper digestive tract symptoms or has blood sugar levels that are hard to …
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… also happens in rare cases. The kidneys and the digestive tract can also be affected. What are the symptoms? Symptoms … also happens in rare cases. The kidneys and the digestive tract can also be affected. What are the symptoms? Symptoms …
