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… Many people are able to delay surgery for months or even years. And some people may never need surgery for a small … through a cut (incision) in the belly. Open surgery is safe and effective and has been done for many years. … laparoscopic surgery, you may recover sooner. When is it safe to delay surgery? You and your doctor may want to put …
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… an illness of the nervous system that can appear 15 to 50 years after you had polio. It affects your muscles and … you stay active. Your symptoms may not get worse for many years. Post-polio syndrome usually progresses very slowly. … for each person. Symptoms may have started as soon as 15 years after you had polio. You are more likely to get …
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… Most people who get type 2 diabetes have prediabetes first. Why should you avoid type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes … to help delay or prevent type 2 diabetes, for up to 10 years. footnote 3 , footnote 4 A follow-up study at 15 years … changes if you can. Works very well and is generally safe. Metformin has side effects. When some people first …
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… between the primary and secondary stage. It may last for years. Often during this stage, an accurate diagnosis can … can develop. It may start several years after someone was first infected. A person with syphilis may never have this … can develop. It may start several years after someone was first infected. A person with syphilis may never have this …
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… alcohol and other drugs, you may be putting your health and safety at risk. Alcohol and other drug use can: Make car … Concerned about alcohol or drug problem How old are you? 11 years or younger 11 years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 … to feel a little confused, weak, or light-headed when you first wake up or come to. But unless something else is …
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… for adults and for children. You can help your child feel safe and calm during medical tests if you understand why … child, stand where he or she can see your face. Ages 2 to 6 years At 2 to 6 years of age, your child probably asks … for adults and for children. You can help your child feel safe and calm during medical tests if you understand why …
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… 14, 2022. Unger SL, et al. (2019). Iron requirements in the first 2 years of life. Paediatrics and Child Health , 24(8): … 14, 2022. Unger SL, et al. (2019). Iron requirements in the first 2 years of life. Paediatrics and Child Health , 24(8): …
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… multiple sclerosis (MS) are women in their child-bearing years. Questions about whether MS affects getting pregnant … household, and other children during pregnancy and for the first few months after the baby is born. The baby may be … household, and other children during pregnancy and for the first few months after the baby is born. The baby may be …
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… or anxiety-related concern How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … be concerned about the cost. But based on your answers, the safest and quickest way for you to get the care you need is … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else …
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… for you. Menstrual periods often aren't regular during the first few years after your period starts. It may take several years … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else …
