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… for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. Why are … than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be able to tell you what … important to monitor them during extreme heat events. If your infant or child is sick, watch them closely, as heat …
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… Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles , which … through a medical history and physical examination. Your doctor will ask you questions about your hair loss, look at the pattern of your hair loss, and …
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… may build up in the bloodstream and cause problems in your brain called encephalopathy. High ammonia levels are a … Confusion and disorientation. Coma. What increases your risk? Encephalopathy is most likely to occur in people … and prevent variceal bleeding may actually increase your risk for encephalopathy. Many things can contribute to …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Many things can affect how your body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as …
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… developing dangerous complications, such as pneumonia. Wash your hands often, especially when you are around people with colds or the flu. Avoid touching your nose and eyes if possible. Germs can enter your body through these mucous membranes. Get the flu …
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… it is important to find help. You can learn ways to manage your feelings and actions. Use one of the following … done in moments of anger can be harmful and abusive. Check your local phone book or provincial website for resources on getting help in your area. Social service departments . Many social service …
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… On this page: Overview Overview If your child has severe joint damage from juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), your child's doctors may recommend a total joint … through this decision together, consider the following: Your child's age. Consider how old your child is. His or her …
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… a disc battery: Do not cause (induce) vomiting. Call your doctor immediately to arrange for care. If your doctor is not immediately available, go to a hospital … swallowed a magnet: Do not cause (induce) vomiting. Call your doctor to discuss the problem. Medical treatment may be …
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… the sensitive mucous membranes lining the nose. If you or your child has a disc battery in the nose, do not use nose … out of the nose, you may be able to remove it with your fingers or blunt-nosed tweezers. Be careful not to push … . If you are not able to remove the disc battery, contact your doctor immediately . If you are not able to contact …
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… intense in an already colicky baby. What are signs that your baby has had enough to eat? Babies give cues during … are. Pay attention to these cues to help determine when your baby has had enough to eat. A baby who is hungry will … formula than they need. Colic Feeding Your Infant Spitting Up Swallowed Air Current as of: …
