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… What Is A1c? On this page: Overview Overview An A1c test is a blood test that checks your average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 months. This test also is called a …
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… Retropubic Suspension Surgery On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works … are cured ("dry") during the year after surgery. After 5 years, about 7 out of 10 women are still "dry." footnote 1 … are cured ("dry") during the year after surgery. After 5 years, about 7 out of 10 women are still "dry." footnote 1 …
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… Cervical Cancer Screening On this page: Overview Overview The cervix … recommendations may not be used in your area. Women younger than 25 If you are in this age group, routine … you are in this age group, screening is recommended every 3 years. Women 70 and older If you are in this age group and …
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… (Lumpectomy) for Breast Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) removes the … To Expect After your surgery, you will be taken to a recovery room. A nurse will be able to help with any nausea, …
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… Birth Control Hormones: The Implant On this page: Overview Overview The implant is used to prevent … month (ovulation). The implant prevents pregnancy for 3 years. In some cases it can be used longer. footnote 1 Talk … methods of birth control. It prevents pregnancy for 3 years. In some cases it can be used longer. footnote 1 Talk …
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… COPD: Using Exercise to Feel Better Actionset Overview When you have COPD, activity and exercise can: … you return your arm to your side. Repeat at least 3 times. Over time, increase to 8 to 12 times. Repeat these steps … in as you complete the circle. Repeat at least 3 times. Over time, increase to 8 to 12 times. Change direction and …
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… or bones rub against each other. Doing the same movement over and over or putting continued pressure on a joint can cause … bursitis. What causes it? Bursitis is commonly caused by: Overuse and repeated movements. These can include daily …
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… Contact Lens Care On this page: Overview Overview Keeping contacts clean and safe The following tips … eyedrops in your eye. This can help float the lens back over the cornea. Look in a mirror to see if you can find an …
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… Abortion On this page: Overview Choices: Medical or Surgical Abortion When to Call a Doctor Self-Care Overview What is an abortion? Abortion is the early ending … birth control options. Learn more Abortion: Emotional Recovery Birth Control Surgical Abortion Care Medical Abortion …
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… When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Condition … Medicines to Children Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older Sore Throat … Medicines to Children Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and Younger Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older Sore Throat …
