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… Asthma Treatment Goals On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The goals for asthma treatment fall into two main areas. They are … 19, 2022. Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Disc Herniation On this page: Related Information What is cervical disc herniation? The bones (vertebrae) that form the spine in your back are cushioned by round, flat discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock absorbers for the spine and keep …
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… Sickle Cell Disease: Preventing Problems and Staying Healthy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Here are some things you can do to help … your child has sickle cell disease . Make and follow a plan for how to treat pain. Work with your doctor to make a plan …
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… Interactive Tool: Are You Ready to Quit Smoking? On this page: … the following: Not ready. You are not considering quitting for a variety of reasons. You may think that the benefits of … Smoking Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Hernia in Children On this page: Related Information What is an umbilical hernia? An … What causes it? The ring of muscle and other tissue that forms where blood vessels in the umbilical cord enter a … of Hernias Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… A normal recovery includes: Irregular bleeding or spotting for the first 2 weeks. Use sanitary pads until you stop … uterus back to its non-pregnant size. You may have cramping for up to a few weeks. After the procedure: If your doctor … Infection. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… It makes you less short of breath and lets you be more active. Practice this breathing method for about 10 minutes at a time, 3 or 4 times a day. Bend … standing. Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… System of the Heart On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The heart has four chambers. The two … sinoatrial (or sinus) node. These cells act as a pacemaker for the heart. The heart's pacemaker sends out an electrical … (EKG) Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… this page: Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done Related Information Overview You can use an intrauterine device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy for 2.5 to 10 years, depending on the type. Your doctor will … 29, 2022. Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… or mucus from building up in your lungs, and make it easier for you to breathe. Using the device can help prevent … pneumonia or surgery, and keep your airways open and lungs active if you can't get out of bed. How do you use an … Easier Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
