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… Asthma During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Asthma is a fairly common health problem during pregnancy. This includes those who have never had asthma before. During an asthma attack, it can make it harder to …
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… Scoliosis: Wearing a Brace On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The cosmetic aspects of scoliosis and the … devastating to their self-image. Most braces should be worn for 20 hours a day or more, usually for several years. It is … and Teens Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… and Friends Can Help On this page: Overview Related Information Overview You can gently encourage someone who uses … reasons that are as important to them as they are to you. For example: "I want you to be with us for a long time." … say so. Talk to the person about how quitting changed your health and sense of well-being. Talk about how you got …
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… Is Not Acting Normally On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Crying is a child's first way of … If your baby has colic , you may be concerned that a health condition is causing the excessive crying. Usually a … with colic isn't crying because of pain or physical discomfort. But it is important to be aware that health problems …
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… You Take Several Medicines On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Older adults and people with long-term … so you take another one to feel better. You take natural health products without talking to your doctor or pharmacist … and home remedies can have strong effects on the body. For example, ginseng and garlic supplements may raise your …
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… Asthma On this page: Related Information What is exercise-induced asthma? … other steps you can take to reduce symptoms when you're active: Avoid being exposed to air pollutants and allergens … and Adults Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… as the fact that things fall when dropped Match shapes. For example, your baby may place a cube in a matching square … Keep adding to the range of objects/toys you are providing for your baby Play action games in which you and your baby … your baby is beginning to sit up, crawl, pull up and grab for everything within reach. Your baby will also start to …
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… Exercise and Osteoarthritis On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Using different types of exercise and activity may be best for arthritis. Talk to your doctor or physiotherapist about … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… Injury: Preventing Pain On this page: Overview Related Information Overview To prevent and ease knee pain during work, play, and daily activities: Stay at a healthy weight. Wear kneepads when kneeling on hard … Try changing what activities you do or how you do them. For example, if running caused the injury, try swimming some …
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… Surgery: Recovery Time On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Surgery to repair a torn meniscus … and depends on many things. But here are some typical times for returning to activities. Time needed to return to … Surgery? Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
