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… Side Effects of Chemotherapy On this page: Overview Overview The side effects … can tell you what side effects to expect and how to manage them. Most side effects are short-term problems. They … after it falls out. Nerve problems. Chemotherapy can damage your nervous system. You may notice tingling or a lack …
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… Syndrome: Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems On this page: Overview Overview Your child may … to abuse, injury, and other types of harm. You can help manage and prevent these types of problems by being aware and … of the same sexual impulses and feelings as others their age. Provide your teen with sexual education at a level he …
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… Child Transition Into Middle School or Junior High On this page: Overview Overview Most adolescents … and saying, "Leave me alone." Teach your child how to manage time. Some children need help adjusting to more complex … your teen reach his or her goals, and reward success. Encourage your teen to get good grades for himself or herself, not …
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… Interactive Tool: What Is Your Target Heart Rate? On this page: What does this tool help you learn? What does your … will help you find your target heart rate based on your age, resting heart rate, and activity level. Your target … will help you find your target heart rate based on your age, resting heart rate, and activity level. Your target …
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… Black Lung Disease On this page: … mine, doing coal trimming (loading and stowing coal for storage), mining or milling graphite, and manufacturing carbon … tests may be used to determine how badly the lungs are damaged. A person's work history is very important to the …
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… increase the milk supply as your baby requires it. Baby's Age Baby's Stomach Size Day 1 Size of a shooter marble (5-7 …
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… Cosmetic Surgery and Procedures On this page: Overview Common Procedures and Surgeries Important … function and appearance of a part of the body that was damaged by trauma. It can also be done because of a condition … as the face, back of the hands, and upper chest or neck. Manage stress. Don't smoke. Avoid drugs and excess alcohol. Be …
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… Colon Polyps On this page: … to have colon polyps if you: Are older. Risk increases with age. Have people in your family with colon polyps or … to have colon polyps if you: Are older. Risk increases with age. Have people in your family with colon polyps or …
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… Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home On this page: Overview Overview Every year, thousands of older adults … one of the main causes of injury and disability in people age 65 and older. Those who fall once are 2 to 3 times more … one of the main causes of injury and disability in people age 65 and older. Those who fall once are 2 to 3 times more …
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… Hernia Repair (Herniorrhaphy, Hernioplasty) On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … a hernia needs more than one repair also depends on your age and overall health. Risks Adults and children who have a … (main risk). Infection and bleeding at the site. Nerve damage, numbness of skin, loss of blood supply to scrotum or …