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… Treatment for Stroke-Related Spasticity On this page: Overview Related Information Overview After a stroke, the injury to the brain … Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Cord Injury When to Call a Doctor Giving Support Related Information Overview What is a spinal cord injury? A spinal … work with a rehab team, which includes different types of health professionals. Your team helps design your recovery … an SCI can have intimate relationships. They can have an active sex life and have children. Your sex life will …
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… PRK, LASEK, and Epi-LASIK for Nearsightedness On this page: Surgery Overview What To … It Works Risks Surgery Overview PRK (photorefractive keratectomy), LASEK (laser epithelial … all procedures that correct nearsightedness in otherwise healthy eyes. They may not be the right choice for people …
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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … when you have a bowel movement. Reach and stay at a healthy weight, since more weight puts pressure on your … children and 12 grandchildren. I'm proud of how fit and active I am. My biggest problem is that often I really have …
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… means that a person injures themself on purpose. For example, they may cut, scratch, or bite their skin until … is serious. So it's important to seek help from a health professional. People who self-injure don't do it to … There are things that may put you at risk of self-injury. For example, you may be at risk if you: Have self-injured …
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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … can repair a hernia. Many people are able to delay surgery for months or even years. And some people may never need … to put off surgery if: You are pregnant. You have other health problems that make surgery dangerous. Talk with your …
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… Allergies: Should I Take Shots for Insect Sting Allergies? Decision Point You may want to … to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … to insect stings, are a long distance from any type of health care centre, or are about to travel. What are the …
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… With Osteoarthritis On this page: Related Information When you find out that you have … bending, or standing. Stay positive Adopting a "good-health attitude" and healthy habits, such as eating a … enough sleep, will make you feel better and help you stay active. When you think in a positive way, you may be more …
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… Carbon Dioxide Laser Treatment for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes On this page: Surgery … What To Expect You may have some light vaginal bleeding for about a week after the treatment. You may also have some … delivery. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Endoscopic Surgery for Sinusitis On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect … takes 30 to 90 minutes. What To Expect Minor discomfort and bleeding are common during the first 2 weeks after … or prevented. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family …
