Healthwise Handbook: A Self-care Guide for YouTopics in this handbook range from ear infections to diabetes with clear, easy-to-understand information and illustrations. It covers more than 190 health problems with information about: Preventin, home treatment, and when to call a health professional - How to prepare for doctor visits and communicate effectively with your doctor - How to make wise decisions about tests, medications, and surgeries - How to make lifestyle choices to improve your health. |
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... cause for concern . Hyperventilation ( see page 58 ) can also cause chest pain . Chest pain caused by pleurisy ( inflammation of the membrane that surrounds the lungs ) or pneumonia ( see page 162 ) will get worse when you take a deep ...
... cause for concern . Hyperventilation ( see page 58 ) can also cause chest pain . Chest pain caused by pleurisy ( inflammation of the membrane that surrounds the lungs ) or pneumonia ( see page 162 ) will get worse when you take a deep ...
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... caused by dehydration or medications such as water pills ( diuretics ) . Lightheadedness is common when you have flu , a cold , or allergies . Vomiting , diarrhea , and fever can cause dehydration and lightheaded- ness . Other common causes ...
... caused by dehydration or medications such as water pills ( diuretics ) . Lightheadedness is common when you have flu , a cold , or allergies . Vomiting , diarrhea , and fever can cause dehydration and lightheaded- ness . Other common causes ...
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... cause or other symptoms for longer than : . 24 hours in an infant under 3 months of age . . 1 to 2 days in an infant ... cause high fevers . Flu ( see page 160 ) can cause a high fever for 5 days or longer . Bacterial infections , such ...
... cause or other symptoms for longer than : . 24 hours in an infant under 3 months of age . . 1 to 2 days in an infant ... cause high fevers . Flu ( see page 160 ) can cause a high fever for 5 days or longer . Bacterial infections , such ...
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Living Healthwise | 15 |
Be TobaccoFree | 25 |
Pursue Healthy Pleasures | 31 |
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