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… condom use doesn't require a prescription or a visit to a health professional. Condoms are sold in drugstores and … perfect use, 5 women out of 100 will become pregnant in the first year of use. With typical use, 21 women in 100 will … 193–200. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… mean? "High risk" means that a medicine can cause serious health problems or accidents. Some high-risk medicines … the other, get into a tub or shower with your weaker leg first. Get out with your stronger side first. Use extra care … Adults Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… or holes in the retina. A tear in the retina is the most common cause of retinal detachment. These tears can happen … cases, a retinal detachment happens without warning. The first sign of detachment may be a shadow across part of your … Services Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… pain. A regional anesthetic that affects only the foot is commonly used for bunion surgery. A sedative may also be … a more normal position. Removal of bone from the end of the first metatarsal bone, which joins with the base of the big … Bunions Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… the bone or remove growths. This type of surgery is more common than open surgery and often doesn't need a hospital … You will probably need help from friends or family for the first 2 weeks after surgery. Discomfort after surgery may be … occur. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… people may be fitted for a brace. But this is much less common now than in the past. By the time a person leaves the … more than 5 pounds . One should expect to spend the first weeks at home with occasional rest periods throughout … functioning. Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… eardrum. This condition is called swimmer's ear, because it commonly occurs in people who have been swimming. But other … can help swimmer's ear. But it is important to see a doctor first. If your doctor says it's okay, you can try the … in the Ear Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… are not fully developed. This injury is especially common in children between ages 2 and 3 years. But it can … chance of having nursemaid's elbow again, especially in the first few weeks after being injured. Be careful in how you … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Healthy Eating: Staying With Your Plan Actionset Overview … stay with a healthy eating plan? Update your goals When you first started your healthy eating plan, you probably had one … can keep on toward your goal of eating healthy. For some common reasons for slip-ups, and suggested solutions, see: …
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… blood is redirected through a graft. The graft is either a healthy blood vessel that has been transplanted or a … blockage in an artery near the knee. The graft connects the common femoral artery near the hip to a tibial artery in the … about 1 week. You can expect your leg to be swollen at first. This is a normal part of recovery and may last 2 or 3 …
