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Diabetic Neuropathy – What is a Total Contact Cast?

…called neuropathy can cause a loss of feeling in the feet. This can make it hard to tell if you have a blister or sore on your foot. Small sores…

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Ectopic Pregnancy

…with your partner, a trusted family member, or friend. Allow yourself to grieve the loss of a pregnancy. FOR MORE INFORMATION Nova Scotia Health Authority Patient Information Pamphlet https://www.nshealth.ca/patientinformation?title=&field_full_title_for_pamphlets_value=ectopic&field_print_code_value=&field_subject_headings_value=All&field_published_language_value=All&field_associated_locations_value=All…

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Elder Abuse

…behavior or personality, such as withdrawal or depression Sexually transmitted infections Unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding Coping mechanisms, such as rocking back and forth or talking to oneself Weight loss

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Epilepsy

…a seizure may cause jerking, uncontrolled movements, and loss of consciousness. In other cases, seizures cause only a period of confusion, a staring spell or muscle spasms. Epilepsy is also…

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Eye Injuries in Sports

…injury worse. Seek care right away if you have symptoms, such as: Loss of vision Intense pain Blood in your eye Pus or fluid coming from your eye Cut on…

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Hepatitis A

…whites of the eyes) Low-grade fever (fever up to 38.9°C (102°F)) Fatigue Pain in your abdomen, especially on your right side Dark-colored urine Loss of appetite Muscle pain Young children…

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Hepatitis B

…it. It may not cause any symptoms, or may only cause symptoms similar to the stomach flu. The symptoms of hepatitis B may include: Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Weakness…

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High Blood Pressure – High Blood Pressure Medicines

…lightheadedness Headache Nausea Nervousness or increased anxiety Problems with erections and sexual function Skin rash Tiredness, weakness, drowsiness or lethargy (lack of energy) Unintended weight loss or gain Vomiting Contact…

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High Blood Pressure – Lifestyle Changes to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure

…pressure. Regular exercise is a good way to lose weight. It also seems to lower high blood pressure even if you don’t lose weight. Even a 5 pound weight loss

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How to Care for Your Baby’s Teeth

…babies, teething may be painless. For others, their gums may be sore. They may be fussy. Other symptoms of teething are loss of appetite and trouble sleeping. Fever or diarrhea…

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