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… Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … (SDR) is the most common nerve surgery for symptoms related to cerebral palsy (CP). During SDR, a surgeon cuts … (SDR) is the most common nerve surgery for symptoms related to cerebral palsy (CP). During SDR, a surgeon cuts …
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… Birth Control Pills: Missed or Skipped Periods On this page: Overview Overview It's not unusual for women who are taking hormone pills for birth control to have very light … Call your doctor if you are worried. Start your next package of pills at the regular time. If you miss 2 periods in a …
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… Bites and Stings: Flu-Like Symptoms Carole's Story: Taking Medicine Right Away to Stop a Migraine Cluster … Bites and Stings: Flu-Like Symptoms Carole's Story: Taking Medicine Right Away to Stop a Migraine Cluster …
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… COPD Action Plan On this page: Overview Overview Knowing how to treat your COPD can … or a flare-up. Quick treatment at home may help you manage a flare-up. Having an action plan can help you be … Take quick-relief medicines as directed by my doctor. Keep taking daily medicines. Take other medicines (such as …
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… That Can Cause Changes in Heart Rate or Rhythm On this page: Overview Overview Many medicines and drugs can affect … Call the doctor who prescribed the medicine before taking another dose. The medicine may need to be stopped, changed, or the dose adjusted. If you are taking a non-prescription medicine, stop taking the …
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… Medicines That May Cause Arm or Leg Problems On this page: Overview Overview Some medicines can cause leg … opioids. Call the doctor who prescribed the medicine before taking another dose. The medicine may need to be stopped, … adjusted. An appointment may not be necessary. If you are taking any medicine not prescribed by a doctor, stop taking …
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… Opioid Use Disorder On this page: Overview Overview What is opioid use disorder? Opioid … an example of an illegal opioid. Opioids can be dangerous. Taking too much can cause: Trouble breathing. Low blood … and living situation. Treatment helps you find and manage problems. It helps you take control of your life so you …
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… Physiotherapy for Temporomandibular Disorders On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … jaw. Ice therapy to reduce swelling and relieve pain. Massage to relieve overall muscle tension. Training to improve … if symptoms are not relieved with home treatment and are related to muscle tension. Is used after surgery to promote …
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… Checklist for Evaluating Hospice Programs On this page: Overview Overview Once you make the decision to seek … and equipment Interpreters or other special services related to your culture, ethnicity, or lifestyle What is the … and equipment Interpreters or other special services related to your culture, ethnicity, or lifestyle What is the …
