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… not agree about whether these supplements can help protect your heart. footnote 1 If you have severely high triglycerides, your doctor may recommend you take fish oil to try to prevent a problem with your pancreas called pancreatitis . Taking fish oil …
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… position. Move into the lying position on one side with your nose pointed up at about a 45-degree angle. Remain in … neuritis. How Well It Works These exercises can help your body get used to the confusing signals that are causing your vertigo. This may help you get over your vertigo …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Follow your health professional's instructions on what to do if you miss or skip your birth control pills. Always read the pill label for specific instructions. Or call your doctor. How likely pregnancy is depends on a few …
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… infection or an allergic reaction to the artificial nail. Your natural nail separates from the nail bed while you are … the two nails if an artificial nail has separated from your natural nail and you don't suspect an infection. Dip your fingertip into rubbing alcohol for about 15 seconds …
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… thinners, cancer medicines, and heart medicines. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement. St. … by the NNHPD before they can be sold in Canada. Always tell your doctor if you are using a natural health product or if … are thinking about combining a natural health product with your conventional medical treatment. It may not be safe to …
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… Floaters are small spots or specks that "float" across your field of vision. Before a migraine headache, flashes of … had floaters before, or if flashes of light are part of your diagnosed migraine headaches, these are usually not … new floaters, or a dark curtain or veil across part of your vision may indicate a serious problem. Trouble …
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… vein blood clot. After a while, this blood clot (usually in your leg), can damage the vein. Damage to the vein can lead … medicines and bandages to help the sores heal. Propping up your leg may reduce pain and swelling. You might try an exercise program to help relieve PTS symptoms. Talk with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Your
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… electrical current passes through the needle or probe into your skin and destroys the hair follicle. Hair is unable to … may take a few seconds. What To Expect After electrolysis, your treated skin may temporarily be red, swollen, and … and chest. Electrolysis should not be done on the inside of your ears or nose. It also should never be done to remove …
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… of preterm birth. footnote 2 How is it treated? If this is your first pregnancy or if you have never had a preterm … birth, having a shortened cervix may not change the way your doctor treats your pregnancy. But if you have a very short cervix, 20 mm …
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… as propranolol or corticosteroids. Laser therapy. Surgery. Your options will depend on the type of birthmark, where it … work, and they can be painful and cause side effects. If your child's birthmark bothers or worries you, try not to let your child know how you feel. Ask others not to make a big …