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… to walk longer distances without leg pain. The doctor will use a man-made blood vessel, called a graft, to bypass the … 1 , footnote 2 Learn more Peripheral Arterial Disease: Should I Have Surgery? How Well It Works Bypass surgery can … Cardiology, Electrophysiology Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory …
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… mumps , and chickenpox can harm a growing fetus. They can cause birth defects, fetal death, or premature birth. … or during your pregnancy. footnote 3 Your other children should receive their immunizations on schedule. Having your … Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… Most people would probably agree that it takes some getting used to. But wearing a mask is a way to help keep yourself, … well over your mouth and chin, with no gaps. A cloth mask should have at least two layers of breathable, washable … petroleum jelly to your lips if they're chapped. Some skin medicines can be more irritating if used under a mask, so …
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… Sometimes you can't see the warts at all. What causes them? Genital warts are caused by the human … to treat genital warts, talk to your doctor. There are medicines that you or your doctor can put on the warts. Or … aged 9 to 26. For best protection from the vaccine, it should be given before someone becomes sexually active. To …
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… Abrupt weaning happens all at once. Which style you use will depend on your preferences, why you plan to wean, … else take care of your baby for a few days. Your child should stay with a trusted caregiver, such as a spouse, … John Pope MD - Pediatrics Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise …
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… flap, long-standing, and degenerative tears—those caused by years of wear and tear—generally can't be repaired. … risk of arthritis later in life. Learn more Meniscus Tear: Should I Have Surgery? How Well It Works The goal of a … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… optimal and healthy development. Parents and caregivers can use the Four M's of Screen Time as guidance to support the use of digital media in positive and safer ways: Minimize … children, with evidence suggesting that children under two should not have any screen time outside of video chatting …
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… and concerns Depression Depression is an illness that causes you to feel sad, lose interest in activities you … the symptoms of depression, treatment options, when you should see a health care provider and what it means to live … of proportion with the seriousness or likelihood of the cause of your worry. Learn more about the symptoms of anxiety, …
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… to understand or that your child is better off not knowing. Use simple language that fits the child's age. Remember that … know it's normal to feel afraid or even angry. Your child shouldn't feel embarrassed by these feelings. And your child … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise …
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… Staph foodborne illness is a type of foodborne illness caused by infection with the Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) … and vomiting is the most common complication. Do not use medicines, including antibiotics and other treatments, … that are lost during diarrhea. These kinds of drinks should not be used to rehydrate. When you feel like eating …
