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… Wrist On this page: Overview Overview Your doctor can give you information about exercises for building flexibility and strength in your hand, wrist, and arm. Exercises for flexibility may include: Rotating your wrist up, down, and from side to side. Stretching your
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… disease isn't always severe, but it may affect many of your daily activities. To help control tremor in your hand or arm when you are trying to use the hand, press the affected elbow against your body to make your upper arm stable. Then perform the …
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… this page: Overview Overview Increase your fluid intake to replace lost fluids when you have a … every hour are based on body weight: Fluid amounts to drink Your weight Fluid Kilograms Pounds Millilitres Ounces 15.0 … 300 10.0 If you have kidney or heart problems that limit your fluid intake, do not increase your usual amount of …
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… Overview Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect how your hair looks and feels. Hair loss slows down, and hair growth can increase. You may notice that your hair is thicker and healthier-looking than usual. But … during pregnancy. Hair may appear on other parts of your body, such as your belly, face, or back. This is normal …
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… 4 to 6 Months On this page: Overview Overview You can watch your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Respond to changes in your voice? Look around for …
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… cat cow pose , you move from one position to another using your breath to tell you when to switch positions. This pose … out. Caution: If you have neck problems or an injury, keep your neck in the original position in line with your torso instead of moving it with your spine. Reclining …
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… shoes can help prevent punctures and other injuries to your feet. Wear good athletic shoes. Shoes should have … preventing ongoing (chronic) foot or ankle problems. Check your feet every day. Take a look at your feet to see if you have pressure spots, redness, or …
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… used for treating cancer can be dangerous to the baby. Your doctor may talk to you about the risks and benefits of continuing your pregnancy. When treating cancer during pregnancy, … trimesters. If you have been diagnosed with cancer during your pregnancy, you will be working with a number of health …
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… Acupressure may help relieve or shorten the duration of your morning sickness symptoms. Acupressure is based on … or reduce nausea. The P6 point is on the inner side of your arm, in line with your middle finger. It is close to your wrist, one-sixth of …
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… measurements are plotted on growth charts to monitor your baby's growth over time. Most babies: Grow about 7.5 cm … , on top of a baby's skull start to close at 6 months. When your baby is about 6 months old, teething may start. Teeth may not yet break through the gums at this age. But your baby may drool, chew on objects or hands, and act fussy …