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… delaying may not be best. What symptoms will I have? Some common symptoms of cataract(s) are: Blurry, filmy, foggy, … during and after the surgery. Serious problems are not common. In some cases, cloudiness may form behind the new … which can be treated with a minor laser procedure. A common feeling after the surgery is dryness, irritation, and …
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… It’s sometimes called "slapped cheek" disease. It’s most common in late winter to early spring. What are the symptoms … rash, cough or runny nose, also occur in other illnesses. About a quarter of all people who get fifth disease have no symptoms. The most common signs of fifth disease that differ from other …
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… clinic or your family health care provider to find out more about making a referral. See your health care provider right … treatable. What can affect my child’s hearing? The most common causes of temporary hearing loss in children include: … the middle ear Wax build-up that blocks the ear canal Some common causes of permanent hearing loss in children include: …
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… as a series of 2 doses, 2 to 6 months apart, and costs about $160 per dose. Some health insurance plans may cover … after the vaccine? The shingles vaccine is very safe. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness … will get shingles in their lifetime. Shingles is more common in people over 50 years of age and in those with …
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… It is safer to get the vaccine than to get the disease. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, … in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also … problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die. Pertussis , …
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… important senses. It helps us to communicate, to be warned about danger and to be aware of the world around us. Nearly … sensorineural hearing loss This type of hearing loss is commonly known as sudden deafness. It is most often an … rapid loss of hearing in one or both ears. The most common causes are viral or bacterial infections, medications …
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… and human health. Where do VOCs come from? Many products commonly found in our homes release VOCs through off gassing. For example, formaldehyde, one of the most common VOCs, is a colourless gas with an acrid (sharp and bitter) smell. It is common in many building materials such as plywood, …
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… and mouth disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children … may also be present. The fever usually lasts one to 2 days. About 2 days after the fever starts, small painful blisters … Dehydration (loss of body fluids) is the most common complication of hand, foot and mouth disease. This …
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… vaccine protects against infection from one of the most common types of meningococcal bacteria, type B. The vaccine … safer to get the vaccine than to get meningococcal disease. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness … include brain damage, deafness, and loss of limbs. About 1 in 20 people who get sick may die. Meningococcal …
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… safer to get the vaccine than to get one of the diseases. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, … in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also … problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die. Pertussis , …
