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… in the pack contains progestin. There are no spacer pills. You have to take a pill every day at the same time to prevent pregnancy. This means you take a pill even when you have your period. How well do they work? In the first year of use: When mini-pills are taken exactly as directed , fewer than 1 …
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… Information Overview Most pregnancies last 37 to 42 weeks. Your pregnancy is post-term (or post-date) when you are at 42 or more weeks. When you get to 40 weeks, your doctor will look at your …
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… straightening of the spine and the appearance of correction when a brace is applied. But in most cases, after the child … effective in providing immediate control of curves. When a brace is first applied, a significant correction is … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… a cigarette. Next to each one, I wrote a substitute. Like when I get in the car, I can chew gum instead of lighting up. When I'm upset, I can call a friend or go for a hike. I keep … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… 5, 2013 Women who have delivered a baby vaginally will tell you that, after the birth, one of the most daunting "firsts" … the area with a cool, clean, wet pad is comforting when you have your first bowel movement. Hemorrhoids … your bottom. Keep bowel movements soft to avoid straining when going to the bathroom. Sit or soak in a warm bath. …
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… such as: A hat and face mask. Layers of clothing to keep you warm and dry. Clothing made of wool or synthetic (not … are good insulators and will prevent loss of body heat even when the fabric gets wet. Wind- and waterproof outer layers … any pressure areas. Smooth out all wrinkles in your socks when you put them on. Mittens rather than gloves so your …
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… continuous and total loss of urinary control. It means that you are always leaking urine. It happens when the muscle that controls the release of urine … such as pads or disposable underwear are usually used when other methods of treating incontinence haven't worked …
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… to relax the neck and throat and reduce the risk of injury when an endotracheal (ET) tube is inserted. They may also be used to relax the chest muscles when an ET tube is used to help a person breathe (mechanical … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… as strep throat and influenza (flu) , can cause belly pain when the glands in the belly become swollen or inflamed. These glands are called lymph nodes. When they are inflamed, it's called mesenteric adenitis. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… may occur anywhere in the digestive tract and may occur when: A crater-shaped sore (ulcer) erodes through the wall … an infection (peritonitis). Emergency surgery is needed when a perforation has occurred. Current as of: … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
