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… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning Lorazepam has a risk for abuse and addiction, which … Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
Medications
… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning This medication decreases bone marrow function, an … right away if you develop any of the following symptoms: signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning Ganciclovir can decrease bone marrow function. This … side effects. Get medical help right away if you develop signs of anemia (such as unusual tiredness, fast breathing, … nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports. Older adults may be at greater risk for kidney problems …
Medications
… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning Rituximab may rarely cause serious (sometimes fatal) … and may stop or slow down your treatment if you have any signs of a reaction. Get medical help right away if you have … nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports. Older adults may be at greater risk for heart problems (such …
Health topics
… be less severe than similar facial injuries that occur in older children or adults. Young children are less likely to break a facial … When you've had a facial injury, it's important to look for signs of other injuries, such as a spinal injury , an eye …
HealthLinkBC files
… they grow, but issues become more difficult to correct at older ages. This is why it is important for all children to … of any concerns, between age 6 to 12 months. What signs and symptoms should I watch for?  Your child should … harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To protect eyes, sunglasses should: Have large …
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… plate) of long bones. It needs to be checked by a doctor. Older adults have a higher risk for injuries and fractures. That's … if 0 is no pain and 10 is the worst pain you can imagine? Signs of pain in a baby or toddler are different than signs
Medical tests
… (such as congenital hydrocephalus ). Cranial ultrasound for adults Cranial ultrasound may be done on an adult to help … do before this test, unless your doctor tells you to. If an older baby is having the test, it may help if the baby is a … is normal. Brain tissue looks normal. There are no signs of bleeding, suspicious areas (lesions), abnormal …
Health topics
… being patient, and offering help. Don't ignore talk about suicide. Talk to a doctor, or call 9-1-1 or emergency help … real or that you're weak if you're depressed. Know the warning signs of suicide , such as talking a lot about death or …
Medications
… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning Domperidone has rarely caused very serious (possibly … fatal) heart rhythm disorder. The risk is greater in older adults and in people who take more of the drug than …