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… (allergy shots) is done very quickly to increase your tolerance to an allergen. There are different schedules … Shots are only available in a clinic that is far away from your home, and you can't come in once a week for months. You … Stings Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… fractures of the spine. The doctor will make a small cut in your back and insert a hollow needle or tube. When the … more than one vertebra is treated at the same time. Talk to your doctor about how this surgery compares with other … might have. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Martin J. Gabica MD - …
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… of the skin (photoallergic reaction). If you think that your skin changes may be caused by a medicine: Call the … taking a non-prescription medicine, stop taking it. Call your doctor if you feel you need to continue taking the medicine. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… diarrhea and foul-smelling stools. Weakness. Weight loss. Your doctor can evaluate your symptoms to determine the cause and recommend … (UGI) Series Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… How is cradle cap treated? Cradle cap is not harmful to your baby. It usually goes away by a baby's first birthday. … is needed for cradle cap. An hour before shampooing, rub your baby's scalp with baby oil, mineral oil, or petroleum … Scalp Problems Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… Feelings of numbness or tingling on one side of your face or body. Feeling separated from your body. Anxiety or fear. Nausea. An aura is often the … Seizures Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… discharge. This occurs only when you press on your nipple. It is usually normal and occurs in the majority … ( hypothyroidism ), or certain types of cancer. Call your doctor if you have spontaneous nipple discharge, a … (PMS) Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… after surgery if you take pain medicines prescribed by your doctor. Your arm will be protected in a sling for a time. … less likely to work than surgery to repair an injury to a healthy tendon. Risks Along with the risks of surgery in …
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… Information Overview You can help protect the person in your care by making the home safe. Here are some general … in the home. When helping someone bathe, use the back of your hand to test the water to make sure it's not too hot. … Older Adults Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview Overview Keeping your blood sugar in a target range reduces your risk of problems from diabetes. These problems include … 12, 2018. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
