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… Asthma: Using an Asthma Action Plan Actionset Overview An asthma action plan is a written plan that tells you what asthma medicine …
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… Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Kidney Dialysis? Decision Point You may want to have a … You may sleep more and need help with walking, bathing, and using the toilet. Have changes in breathing. You may have …
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Using soothers and stopping when it's time Last updated August 10, 2013 Learn about the pros and cons of using soothers.  For some toddlers, using a soother … affect the development of teeth. Try to get your child to stop by four or five years of age - before permanent teeth …
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Stopping a Nosebleed On this page: Overview Related … Most nosebleeds aren't serious. They usually can be stopped with home treatment. Most nosebleeds occur in the … nose) because nasal tissues become inflamed and irritated. Using medicines may relieve the symptoms, leading to less …
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… Obesity: Should I Use a Diet Plan to Lose Weight? Decision Point You may want to have a … people who try to lose weight on their own. But after they stop dieting, most people regain the weight they have lost, … Ask your doctor about any diet plan you are thinking of using. You should also think about how well you'll be able …
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Alcohol Withdrawal On this page: Condition … and then cut down on how much you drink or suddenly stop drinking, you may go through some physical and … Before you stop drinking, talk to your doctor about how you plan to stop. It's important to tell your doctor exactly how …
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Alcohol and aging Last updated July 10, 2024 Research shows that drinking alcohol can contribute to chronic diseases, including cancer … some heart conditions. On this page: Overview Effects of alcohol on aging bodies Alcohol and medication Alcohol and …
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… Diabetes and Alcohol On this page: Overview Overview People who have diabetes need to be more careful with alcohol. Before you drink, consider a few things: Is your diabetes well controlled? Do you know how drinking alcohol can affect you? Do you have high blood pressure, …
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… Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Treatment That Prolongs My Life? Decision Point You may … that you can talk to your doctor about them. Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Treatment That Prolongs My Life? 1 …
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Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy On this page: Overview Overview Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is caused by long-term heavy alcohol use . It is a type of dilated cardiomyopathy . The …