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… infection is. If the infection is: In a wound, that area of your skin may be red or tender. On your skin, you may get a red, tender boil or abscess. You … may think you have been bitten by a spider or insect. In your urine, you may have symptoms of a urinary tract …
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… contact lenses while you are using the ointment. unless your doctor has told you it's okay. Using a mirror may make … the correct ointment. Don't use anyone else's ointment. If your doctor prescribed one type of ointment to treat one … Don't use the ointment longer or in larger amounts than your doctor tells you to. This can hurt your eyes. Wash your
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… part on the type of tear and how bad the tear is. Work with your doctor to plan a rehabilitation (rehab) program that helps you regain as much strength and flexibility in your knee as possible. Your rehab program probably will include physiotherapy and …
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… you might use an ice pack for cold therapy or an electric heating pad for heat therapy. Most people like to use cold … cold and heat. If you had a procedure or surgery, talk to your doctor about which therapy they recommend. Be careful … A pad wraps around the part of your body that you are treating. Cold water runs through a tube between the cooler …
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… after corrective surgery. Before shopping for shoes for your foot problem, ask your foot doctor for recommendations. How do I find the … toe. You may also be able to have a cobbler make changes to your shoes to make them more comfortable. But most people …
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… Home treatment may help to reduce cancer pain and improve your physical and mental well-being. Talk to your doctor about any home treatment you may use. Heat and … can help with mild to moderate pain from cancer. Talk to your doctor before trying either heat or cold during …
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… are often used when you have the ability to use a catheter yourself or someone can do it for you. You insert the … not permanent. In general, an ICP requires that you limit your fluids. You and your doctor will figure out how much fluid you can consume …
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… erection problems (erectile dysfunction). Doing these with your partner may help you relax and focus more on the … some pleasant music, turn off the phone, and concentrate on your partner. Try these steps over the course of several … step only when both partners are ready. Start by caressing your partner without touching any part of the genitals. …
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… movements that can cause pain and other symptoms. Keep your wrists straight or only slightly bent. Avoid activities … from typing or other repetitive activities to stretch your hands and wrists. Avoid doing repetitive movements … periods of time (holding a book or playing cards). Watch your grip. Gripping with only the thumb and index finger can …
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… a program of directed thoughts and suggestions that guide your imagination toward a relaxed, focused state. You can … this process. Guided imagery is based on the concept that your body and mind are connected. Using all of your senses, your body seems to respond as though what you …