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… Condition Basics What is Ménière's disease? Ménière's (say "men-YEERS") disease is an inner ear problem that affects … ear in up to half of those who have it. The disease usually occurs in people ages 40 to …
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… them. Instead, carefully apply occlusive ophthalmic ointment (e.g., Lacri-Lube® or … them. Instead, carefully apply occlusive ophthalmic ointment (e.g., Lacri-Lube® or …
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… of the mpox vaccine including ciprofloxacin, gentamicin or chicken protein There is no need … of the mpox vaccine including ciprofloxacin, gentamicin or chicken protein There is no need …
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… and may prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your … provider might prescribe antibiotic drops or ointment for pinkeye caused by bacteria. … your hands before and after applying drops or ointment. Applying eye drops Follow these tips …
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… of this is higher if your blood sugar is well controlled and doesn't change much during the … can test for ketones at home using special tablets or test strips. Ketones are substances … levels under control with diet, exercise, or oral diabetes medicines are less likely to …
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… Many eye problems are treated with eyedrops or eye ointments, and sometimes with both. Even though drops and ointments are widely used, many … you can comfortably and easily put drops or ointment in your eyes or someone …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… of the third trimester, the baby settles, or drops lower, into the mother's pelvis. This is … of the third trimester, the baby settles, or drops lower, into the mother's pelvis. This is …
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37 Although there are more than 20 types of rodents in British Columbia, only 3 cause common domestic or farmyard problems. This includes the: House mouse Norway rat Black rat (roof rat) What harm …
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… 36 What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a severe illness that is … of germs . … What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) …