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… home treatment right away. What are the symptoms of shock? Adults and older children usually have several symptoms of shock, … right away. What are the symptoms of shock? Adults and older children usually have several symptoms of shock, …
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… Basics What are hiccups? Hiccups occur when a spasm contracts the diaphragm, a large sheet of muscle that separates … in practically every human being, including babies and older adults. Types of hiccups The common type of hiccups usually …
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… young, relatively healthy people manage much better than older, more frail people do. But when a below-the-knee … young, relatively healthy people manage much better than older, more frail people do. But when a below-the-knee …
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… is the body's natural defence system that helps fight infections by attacking the germs that cause diseases. But … the immune system so that the body is unable to fight infections. And sometimes the immune system mistakenly … or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older Flu: Signs of Bacterial Infection Guillain-Barré …
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… Nail-biting occurs most often during puberty . Some young adults, ages 18 to 22 years, bite their nails. Only a small … nail-biting habit and encourage you to keep your nails attractive. Have a manicure regularly or use nail polish. Men … cuticles to bleed. Nail-biting also increases your risk for infections around your nail beds and in your mouth. …
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… illness that affects the brain or spinal cord. People older than 50 or those with weakened immune systems are at … illness that affects the brain or spinal cord. People older than 50 or those with weakened immune systems are at …
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… needs. Warning Cyclosporine lowers your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be at greater risk for kidney problems or high …
Medications
… this low dosage, this medication does not treat bacterial infections, but it may help to prevent breakdown of gum … discoloration. Tooth discoloration has also occurred in older children and young adults. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication …
Medications
… Aldesleukin can also make you more likely to get serious infections. Before using this drug, tell your doctor if you … tell your doctor that you are using this medication. Older adults may be at a greater risk for kidney effects or …
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… Uses Voriconazole is used to treat a variety of fungal infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as azole … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …