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… of nursemaid's elbow include: Refusal to move the arm. Your child may keep the arm dangling down the side of their … the dangling arm turns slightly inward (pronates). Crying. Your child may cry from the pain and because they are … the hand and shoulder. Medical attention is needed if your child has symptoms of nursemaid's elbow. How is it …
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… Last updated August 9, 2013 A key part of planning for your baby is deciding where you want to give birth. In … baby in a hospital or at home. You may be advised to have your baby in a hospital if: you're carrying more than one baby your baby is in a breech position (bottom down) or other …
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… Sjögren's: Caring for Yourself at Home Actionset Overview Sjögren's syndrome (say "SHOH-grins") causes your body's defence, or immune, system to attack the glands that make moisture. The condition affects your tear and saliva glands and sometimes other parts of …
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… and you have the right to keep it private. But if it harms your relationships, it may help to talk to your partner or friends about it. Explain depression to your partner or friends. Be honest about it. Tell them it's …
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… can make school a challenge. Regular communication with your child and with teachers, coaches, and other staff is an important part of helping your child succeed. Work with your child and your child's teachers and school counsellor …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Cancer can impact your family in many ways. Fear and other emotions can cause … ahead of time. Be honest with adult family members. Discuss your options with your partner or trusted family members. Make sure they know …
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… get into the urinary tract and cause an infection. Your urinary tract is the system that makes urine and … Empty your bladder each time. Take a hot bath or lay a heating pad over your genital area. This helps to relieve pain. Never go to sleep with a heating pad in place. Learn more Using Antibiotics Wisely …
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… These steps can help you take blood thinners safely. Take your blood thinner properly. Take your medicine at the same time each day. If you miss a dose, don't take an extra dose to make up for it. Your doctor can tell you exactly what to do so you don't …
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… eye and ignore images from the weaker eye. This means that your child uses the strong eye more than the weak eye. If … one eye. The problem starts between birth and about age 7. Your child may not even know that they are using only one … the images from the weak eye is an automatic response. Your child has no control over it. Early treatment usually …
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… because they may make you feel drowsy or dizzy or affect your balance. Preventing falls when you take high-risk … confused, drowsy, or dizzy, pay attention to how it affects your balance and how it makes you feel. When you know what to expect from your medicines, you can take extra care to prevent a fall. …
