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… Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (RICE) On this page: Overview Overview As soon as possible after an injury, such as a knee or ankle sprain, you can relieve pain … Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Leg Injuries Patellar …
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… Bedwetting in Children On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What … during sleep. Children learn bladder control at different ages. Children younger than 4 often wet their beds or clothes, because they …
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… Rubella (German Measles) On this page: … nodes), especially behind the ear and at the back of the head. A mild rash that starts on the face and spreads to the … reduce fever and body aches. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than age 18. It has been linked to Reye syndrome , a …
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… Office Ergonomics On this page: Overview Common Office Injuries Using Ergonomics to Prevent Injury Self-Care Where to Go for Help … up right, you may: Be less likely to have problems such as headaches or eye strain. Reduce neck and back pain. Prevent …
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… Stories About Choosing Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Overview Choosing the … were killed in a car wreck, I became the guardian of my younger brothers and sisters. I'm now working and finishing … and I'm actually interested. But alarms are going off in my head about becoming pregnant at age 42 or getting an STI. …
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… Acne: Treatment With Salicylic Acid Actinic Keratosis Age-Related Foot Changes Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cold Injury Alkali Burns Allergic Reaction to Tattoo Dye Alopecia … Biting Insects or Spiders Common Types of Birthmarks Copperhead Coral Snake Cosmetic Surgery and Procedures Cottonmouth …
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… Animal and Human Bites On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … Boys are bitten about twice as often as girls. The arms, head, and neck are the most likely areas to be bitten in … or leg. Yes Skin is blue, pale, or cold below an arm or leg injury No Skin is blue, pale, or cold below an arm or leg …
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… Cuts On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … constant tension as it covers the body. A cut is a forceful injury to the skin. Many people cut themselves with … Mild Mild bleeding Do you have a deep wound in your head, neck, chest, or belly? A deep puncture wound in any of …
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… Face-Lift (Rhytidectomy) On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … tighten the skin of the face and neck. It can make you look younger. It may remove many wrinkles, but it does not change … and bruised. Your doctor may instruct you to keep your head elevated and still as much as possible. Most people can …
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… Recurrent Ear Infections and Persistent Effusion On this page: Overview Overview If a child has … loss occurs, which is especially a concern in children age 2 and younger. Normal hearing is very important when young …