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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview A fallopian tube blockage often … on the extent of surgery, the kind of work you do, and your overall health. After laparoscopic surgery, you'll have … the tubal ligation was done, and by the person's age. Other things that affect the chance of pregnancy after these …
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… a back injury. Whether you have a strong back or have hurt your back before, it is well worth it to: Stop yourself … shoulder-width apart, with one foot slightly ahead of the other (karate stance). Squat down, bending at the hips and … and hips only. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… tips for children's dental care. Use a soft cloth to clean your baby's gums. Start a few days after birth, and do this … flossing your child's teeth as soon as they touch each other. You may find plastic flossing tools helpful. Talk … Decay Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… in the armpit caused by infection. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can likely diagnose olecranon bursitis from a … pain and let the bursa heal. Your doctor may suggest physiotherapy to strengthen the muscles around your joints. Rest … Elbow Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Carbohydrate counting is a skill that can help you and your child plan his or her meals to manage diabetes and … can allow your child to eat a variety of foods, just like other kids, and to increase his or her sense of control and … you and other members of the family also eat a variety of healthy foods. Establish a meal plan Talk with a registered …
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… Overview The program you choose for your teen needs to view substance use as a primary disease … to determine the level of substance use and the presence of other mental health or medical conditions. If you need to … the teen develop a plan for dealing with cravings, high-risk situations, and relapse. Aftercare. Returning to …
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… Information Overview The unconscious act of grinding your teeth is called bruxism (say "BRUK-siz-um"). This … (temporomandibular) joint. Tiredness of the jaw muscles. If your child grinds their teeth, don't be too concerned. … (TMD) Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… they rest. Sometimes, the leg may also cramp or feel weak. Your speed and whether you are walking uphill or downhill … lack of appetite, and make the leg sensitive to the touch. Other problems that can cause leg pain Many problems can … Disease Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… of breastfeeding before you become too busy with caring for your newborn. Talk to your doctor early in your prenatal … use. Plan to have help with chores, diaper changes, and other duties for the first few weeks after your baby is … Breastfeeding Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Lumbar spinal fusion is … methods of spinal fusion. Bone is taken from elsewhere in your body or obtained from a bone bank. Or sometimes … to make a bridge between vertebrae that are next to each other. This bone graft helps new bone grow. Metal implants …
