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… a brace that looks like a fingerless glove. It stabilizes your wrist in a straight and sometimes slightly bent-back … from orthopedic and medical supply stores. Physiotherapists and occupational therapists can make custom-fit … Syndrome Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… fatty acids. This type of fat can be part of a heart-healthy diet. Fish oil supplements are another way to get omega-3 fatty acids. Research has not … not agree about whether these supplements can help protect your heart. footnote 1 If you have severely high …
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… with artificial nails. Remove the nail. Do not put on another one if: You suspect an infection or an allergic reaction to the artificial nail. Your natural nail separates from the nail bed while you are … and Injuries Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… a stroke include muscle therapies, medicines, and surgery. Your doctor can help you understand your options. Muscle therapies Exercise and stretching are … Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… tooth enamel is less serious than one to a deeper layer of your tooth . A chip may result from grinding the teeth at … dental appliance, such as an orthodontic wire, may irritate your mouth and, if left in a mouth wound, can delay healing … Injuries Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Some medicines may cause your skin to sunburn more easily. Medicines used for … this type of reaction. Examples of medicines that may cause your skin to sunburn more easily include: Some antibiotics. … acid (PABA). Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, walking or otherwise being mobile, writing, or eating. These devices … be controlled by a mouth switch if you are unable to use your limbs. Examples include: Bathing tools, such as tub or … Sclerosis Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… responding to the medicines. There is a change in the way your body absorbs a medicine. There are interactions between … two or more medicines you are taking. You have not taken your medicine as prescribed. Resistance reduces the number … Medicines Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… and in some cases taking enzyme pills to help rest your pancreas. Analgesics. You may be able to help your pain … don't control your pain, your doctor may prescribe another type of pain medicine. Tricyclic antidepressants. … Pancreatitis Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… time out to smoke and from the actions of nicotine in your brain. If you return to the stressful situation after … long before the tension comes back. And then you need another cigarette. Ask yourself questions about why you smoke. … of stress? Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
