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… apnea: How loud and how often you snore changes often. Your snoring disturbs your sleep, such as pauses in breathing or gasping while … Sleep Apnea Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… of the pericardium, which is the sac that surrounds your heart. Pericarditis usually doesn't cause serious … main symptom is a sharp pain in the centre or left side of your chest. The pain may spread to the shoulder blade. For … the Doctor Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… side effects. Be sure to follow these medicine precautions. Your child's over-the-counter medicine will have a "Drug … Facts" label. On the label, you'll find directions for your child's age or weight, the dose to give, and how often … Teething Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… a medical history, a physical examination, and an X-ray . Your doctor will check: For a deformity or bump. The range of motion of your shoulder and other joints. Blood flow, by taking your … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… are often used when you have the ability to use a catheter yourself or someone can do it for you. You insert the … not permanent. In general, an ICP requires that you limit your fluids. You and your doctor will figure out how much … a plastic bag. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… help, and memorize the phone number. Be careful online too. Your online activity may be seen by others. Do not use your personal computer or device to read about this topic. … Violence Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… nausea or vomiting, and increased urination. Call your doctor if you are worried. Start your next package of pills at the regular time. If you miss … pills. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… cough. In a costophrenic assist, another person pushes on your rib cage to help you cough. This is done while you are … cough. Use these steps to do a costophrenic assist. Your caregiver places their hands on the lowest part of your … Cough Current as of: February 16, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview Overview Kegel exercises make your pelvic floor muscles stronger. These muscles control your urine flow and help hold your pelvic organs in place. … and Older Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… On this page: Overview Overview If your joints hurt when you do an activity, you can do a number of things to help yourself. Use the largest joints or strongest muscles to do … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …