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… this page: Overview Overview Low blood sugar level Use this form to record a low blood sugar level problem. Fill out a record each time this happens. Take the completed form(s) with you when you visit your child's doctor. If your … care needed? ___ Yes ___ No High blood sugar level Use this form to record a high blood sugar level problem. Fill out a …
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… Replacement Methods On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Nicotine replacement therapies are … for people who quit smoking. They are available in several forms, such as patches, gum, lozenges, mouth sprays, and inhalers. All forms of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) work equally …
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… the B.C. Vital Statistics Agency. The brochure provides information about: Registering your baby's birth and legal … certificate. Visit the Vital Statistics website for more information about birth certificates and birth registration. … B.C. Medical Services Plan (MSP) has a special registration form for babies. It should be completed and sent within 60 …
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… page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Related Information Treatment Overview Bodywork uses manipulation … and ease pain. Types of bodywork Some of the most common forms of bodywork are: The Alexander technique. This … of proper posture. The Feldenkrais method. This is a gentle form of bodywork that increases flexibility and …
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… and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Surgery Related Information What are gallstones? Gallstones are stones that form in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small sac … than a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball. Gallstones form when cholesterol and other things found in bile make …
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… Tay-Sachs Disease On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is Tay-Sachs … nerve cells of the brain and cause damage. There are three forms of Tay-Sachs: Infantile Tay-Sachs. This is the most common form. It develops soon after a baby is born and causes death …
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… Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Related Information What are functional ovarian … cysts? A functional ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms on an ovary . A sac normally forms during ovulation to hold a maturing egg. Usually the …
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… Diverticulosis On this page: Related Information What is diverticulosis? … is a condition that develops when pouches ( diverticula ) form in the wall of the colon ( large intestine ). These … What causes it? The reason pouches (diverticula) form in the colon wall is not completely understood. Doctors …
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… Calluses and Corns On this page: Related Information What are calluses and corns? … cause pain when you walk or wear shoes. Calluses usually form on your hands or feet. They usually don't hurt. Corns … Soft corns are found between your toes. Hard corns may form on the tops of your toes. Corns caused by poorly …
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… Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Related Information What are kidney stones? Kidney … of salts and minerals in the urine that stick together to form small "pebbles." They are usually painless while they … and nausea and vomiting. What causes them? Kidney stones form when a change occurs in the normal balance of water, …
