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… three conditions must be met to make sure that it works: Your baby must be 6 months of age or younger. After your baby is 6 months old, you are much more likely to … control to prevent pregnancy. You must fully breastfeed your infant. This means that the baby receives only breast …
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… and may have similar symptoms. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and any recent travel. The doctor may order a … usually go away on their own after about a week. Treating your symptoms may help you feel better. Take medicine to …
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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 reduced or cut off if your digit or limb remains stuck in an object. Immediate …
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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. Your symptoms are severe. Your doctor may treat …
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… On this page: Overview Overview When your child is not feeling well, he or she may not want anything to drink. This may happen if your child has a fever or diarrhea or is vomiting. It is important that your child drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration. Not …
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… and getting a massage. You can also do things to distract yourself, such as reading, walking, or listening to music. … watch TV, take a shower, or read. These can help take your mind off your contractions. Massage. You can ask someone to massage …
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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 …
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… (for example, Advil or Motrin). Medicines you put on your skin (topical medicines), such as Neosporin or … of the medicine or ointment may be all that is needed. Call your doctor. He or she may be able to prescribe another … problem, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome . Talk with your doctor if a medicine may have caused blisters and you …
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… Candida albicans . This kind of yeast naturally lives on your skin. When too much yeast grows, it is called a yeast … skin infection is treated with an antifungal medicine. Your doctor may give you a prescription for the cream or … miconazole and clotrimazole. If the infection is severe, your doctor may prescribe antifungal pills. A yeast …
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… to which you are allergic ( allergens ) are injected under your skin. Over time, your body may become less responsive to the allergens, which … 4 to 6 months. While getting allergy shots, you need to see your doctor to be checked every 6 to 12 months. After 3 to 5 …
