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… larvae of certain parasites. The parasites can get under your skin when you swim in freshwater (such as lakes and … goes away in about a week. An itching or burning feeling on your skin. Bumps on your skin that show up minutes or even … Skin Changes Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… against the lung causes the lung to collapse. This prevents your lung from expanding the right way when you try to … pain. A pneumothorax may become deadly if the pressure in your chest prevents the lungs from getting enough oxygen … Problems Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Age 3 Months On this page: Overview Overview You can watch your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Listen to … loud sounds? Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… suspect low blood sugar in a child. Mild low blood sugar If your blood sugar drops below 4.0 mmol/L, you may have … of mild low blood sugar. Moderate low blood sugar If your blood sugar continues to drop, your behaviour may … Sugar Test Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… fibrillation. It uses a brief electric shock to reset your heart's rhythm. Before the treatment, you will get … medicine to make you sleepy. You should not feel any pain. Your doctor will put patches on your chest . Or you might … placed. Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Overview Oxygen therapy helps you get more oxygen into your lungs and bloodstream. You may use it if you have a … can make it easier for you to breathe and can reduce your heart's workload. Some people need extra oxygen all the … Pneumonia Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… treatment seems to run in families. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and examine your skin and the rash. The doctor … or Beard Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… Overview A body digit or limb, such as your finger and toe (digits) or hand and foot (limbs), can … toys, pipes, railings, or fences. You may be able to free your digit or limb using home treatment. Blood flow can be … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… it for just the first week or so since longer use can dry your skin and make the rash worse. Try not to scratch … and topical anesthetics like Lanacane. Severe rash See your doctor if: The rash covers a large area of your body. … Oak, or Sumac Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have to be away from your baby for more than a few hours, you can express your breast milk and store it for later. Here's some advice on making sure your milk is stored safely. Expressed breast milk can be …
