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… is often called heartburn or acid reflux. This can also cause pain and swelling in the esophagus (esophagitis). Reflux … children? Most babies stop having gastroesophageal reflux over time, so the doctor may just suggest that you follow … long-term use. Be careful when you give your child over-the-counter antacid medicines. Many of these medicines have …
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… Sore Nipples Breathing Smoke or Fumes Brown Recluse Spider Bite Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Burns … Open/close information section Make a Wise Decision Acne: Should I Take Isotretinoin for Severe Acne? Basal Cell Skin Cancer: Should I Have Surgery or Use Medicated Cream? Circumcision: …
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… (not cotton) socks and waterproof shoes. Socks and shoes should fit closely but should not be too tight. Mittens … fit while you watch TV or listen to music. Get some hand weights or stretch bands. You can use cans of food as weights if you don't want to buy …
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… on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada … Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a …
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… Ascites and Liver Disease On this page: Overview Overview Ascites is the buildup of fluid in the abdomen. The extra fluid can cause your belly to swell and make it hard to breathe. Ascites … for ascites may include taking medicines, eating a low-salt diet, and having paracentesis therapy. Medicines Diuretic …
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… Sulfonate Suspension - Oral, Rectal On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: SOE-dee-um … cleansing enema after each rectal dose of this medication should be a non-sodium-containing enema. The dosage and …
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… Cytarabine - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Medical Alert … promptly. Temporary hair loss may occur. Normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended. Remember that this …
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… Tryptophan - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: … (possibly fatal) drug interaction may occur. Your doctor should closely monitor you. See also Side Effects section. …
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… Influenza (Seasonal Flu) On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your … older who does not have contraindications to the vaccine should get a flu vaccine. The vaccine is especially …
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… Facial Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your … or another, everyone has had a minor facial injury that caused pain, swelling, or bruising. Home treatment is usually … come to. But unless something else is wrong, these symptoms should pass pretty quickly and you should soon feel about as …
