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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 fluid you can consume …
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… get good at removing bilirubin from the blood. If you feed your baby every 2 to 3 hours, mild jaundice will usually go away on its own after a few days. But if your baby has any signs of jaundice, you and your doctor will need to watch him or her closely. If …
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… important to know the symptoms of trouble breathing. Follow your asthma action plan to know what to do. When you have trouble breathing, your symptoms may be mild, moderate, or severe. Symptoms of … Tiring quickly when you talk or eat. You may have to catch your breath while eating. Using your belly muscles to help …
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… erection problems (erectile dysfunction). Doing these with your partner may help you relax and focus more on the … some pleasant music, turn off the phone, and concentrate on your partner. Try these steps over the course of several … step only when both partners are ready. Start by caressing your partner without touching any part of the genitals. …
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… and a mineral. It helps keep the right mix of fluids in your body. It also helps keep your heart beating normally and your nerves and muscles working as they should. What causes …
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… a program of directed thoughts and suggestions that guide your imagination toward a relaxed, focused state. You can … this process. Guided imagery is based on the concept that your body and mind are connected. Using all of your senses, your body seems to respond as though what you …
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… real and what isn't real. You talk about suicide or hurting yourself or others. You have severe medicine side effects, … . You need special tests. You need to change or adjust your medicines. You have problems with drugs or alcohol. You … . Doctors will try to find the best way to get you back to your family and community as soon as possible. For the …
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… often attract children because they look like candy. If your child is taking iron pills, follow your doctor's instructions on how much to take and for how long and whether your child needs any testing for iron levels. If you miss …
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… to stretch and massage the perineum for a few weeks before your due date. Studies show that some people who did regular … rates of episiotomy . footnote 1 Starting at week 34 of your pregnancy, take about 5 minutes to massage your perineum, 3 to 4 times a week. At first, it may burn …
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… causes strep throat. You may have this kind of bacteria in your body. Sometimes it may cause an infection, but most of … you sick or cause symptoms. But if you pass the bacteria to your baby during the birth, it can cause serious health problems for your baby. If you have this bacteria in your body, you will …
