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… Medical Abortion Care On this page: Overview Overview A … medicines used in a medical abortion done under a doctor's care. People choose to self-manage a medical abortion for … reasons. Usually it's because they couldn't access abortion care through a doctor. This can happen if you can't get an …
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… Barriers to Psychological Care On this page: Overview Overview … an appointment, explain your situation. Most mental health care professionals will try to find a time that works for … medicine, counselling, psychotherapy (therapy), self-care, or a combination of these. The kind of treatment you …
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… Eye Care Specialists On this page: Overview … are medical doctors (MDs) who specialize in eye care. Ophthalmology is a surgical subspecialty. … surgery on the eye. Optometrists (ODs) are primary eye care providers, who have at least 3 years of undergraduate …
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… Contact Lens Care On this page: Overview Overview … your eyes healthy and your vision as clear as possible. Carefully follow the cleaning instructions for your lenses. … hand lotion before handling your contacts. Use the lens care system your eye specialist recommends. Do not mix …
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… Surgical Abortion Care On this page: Overview Overview A … to normal activities 1 to 2 days after the procedure. Carefully follow all of your doctor's instructions after … home. Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You passed out (lost …
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… Diabetes Care Plan On this page: Your Plan Your … & Matthew I. Kim MD - Endocrinology … Diabetes Care Plan …
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… Incision Care After Surgery On this page: Overview Related … infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or tape strips to close the incision. You will … and not a cause for concern. Caring for stitches, staples, skin glue, or adhesive strips Stitches or staples normally …
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… Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care On this page: Overview … clean and soft can help prevent cracks and infection in the skin. This is especially important for people who have … at the corners so that the sharp ends don't cut into the skin. Keep the nails no longer than the tip of the toes. Let …
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… Care for an Indwelling Urinary Catheter On this page: … include pus and irritated, swollen, red, or tender skin. Clean the area around the catheter daily with soap and … clean towel afterward. Do not apply powder or lotion to the skin around the catheter. Do not tug or pull on the …
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… can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial … and follow all instructions on the label. Use moisturizing skin creams or ointments during the day. Use only moisturizing soaps while bathing. After a bath, apply skin creams or ointments. …
