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… Wisdom Tooth Problems On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … called wisdom teeth because usually they come in between ages 17 and 21. What causes problems? Wisdom teeth that are … your dentist check your wisdom teeth if you're 16 to 19 years old. Some dentists and oral surgeons think it's best …
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… Safety: Drowning Prevention in Pools and Hot Tubs On this page: Overview Overview Most childhood … Talk to your doctor before you allow children younger than age 5 to use them. If you allow children in a hot tub or … Safety: Preventing Drowning Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as …
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… Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Surgery On this page: Surgery Overview How It Is Done What To Expect Why It … to keep it clean and dry and watch for signs of infection. Physical rehabilitation after ACL surgery may take several … to keep it clean and dry and watch for signs of infection. Physical rehabilitation after ACL surgery may take several …
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… Hyperthyroidism On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What … about your past health and your symptoms and will do a physical examination to diagnose hyperthyroidism. If your … about your past health and your symptoms and will do a physical examination. If your doctor thinks you may have …
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… Pyloric Stenosis On this page: … when awake. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination and ask about your baby's symptoms. If … when awake. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination and ask about your baby's symptoms. If …
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… Health Problems Associated With Adult Obesity On this page: Overview Overview How obesity … your age, your sex, where you carry your body fat, and how physically active you are. Obesity raises your risk for many … your age, your sex, where you carry your body fat, and how physically active you are. Obesity raises your risk for many …
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… Hypospadias On this page: … is it diagnosed? Hypospadias is usually diagnosed during a physical examination. If severe hypospadias is suspected, an … is it diagnosed? Hypospadias is usually diagnosed during a physical examination. If severe hypospadias is suspected, an …
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… A 15-year study followed men on active surveillance. At 5 years, about 24 out of 100 men had other treatment, either … doctor. You and your doctor will want to consider: Your age and how long you expect to live. Your PSA level. Your … enjoy, at least for a time. Your overall well-being; your physical, mental, and sexual health; and your relationships …
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… Hepatitis C: Your Risk for Cirrhosis On this page: Overview Overview Many people who … C will go on to develop cirrhosis —severe liver damage and scarring—after a period of about 20 years or more. Certain factors may affect how quickly …
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… Prostate Cancer On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … in men older than 65. It usually grows slowly and can take years to grow large enough to cause any problems. In some … family history and your medical history. You will have a physical examination that includes a digital rectal …
