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… Condition Basics What is oral cancer? Oral cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in any part of the mouth or lips. Most oral cancers start in the lining of the lips …
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… Overview Several oral devices have been tested to help treat … that it will collapse when you inhale. Other oral breathing devices supply electrical … the airway from collapsing when you sleep. Oral breathing devices may reduce snoring or …
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… Overview Several oral devices have been tested to treat people … a mandibular repositioning device . Some oral breathing devices supply electrical … when you sleep. Research shows that oral breathing devices can reduce snoring. …
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… wants. Ask your doctor if your child needs an oral rehydration solution (ORS) like Pedialyte. Oral rehydration solutions contain the right … wants. Ask your doctor if your child needs an oral rehydration solution (ORS) like …
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… straight and strong and for smiling! Start oral care before baby teeth appear. Use a … straight and strong and for smiling! Start oral care before baby teeth appear. Use a …
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… inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. When asthma flares up, the airways … your child can move air in and out of the lungs and how much air is moved. Spirometry is … the bronchial tubes , which carry air to the lungs. This can lead to asthma symptoms and …
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… and how to meet them. Know your barriers and solutions . What may prevent you from … barriers with your doctor, and work to find solutions. Follow your asthma action plan Your … and how to meet them. Know your barriers and solutions . What may prevent you from …
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… vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP). Check with your … An immune system weakened by disease or medical treatment A stomach illness with … vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP). Check with your …
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… are available to control symptoms of allergies, including allergic rhinitis . These … medicines used to control the symptoms of allergies, including allergic rhinitis, … pills work on most of the symptoms of allergies. Usually the decongestant decreases …
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… without a prescription. Common types such as diphenhydramine (for example, Benadryl), … cost less than name brands. For example, diphenhydramine is the generic name for the … those that are applied directly to the skin (topical) because a pill or capsule contains a …