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… as infection or clotting of the dialysis access . Encourage you to talk with your loved ones about end-of-life goals … around the dialysis access that can lead to a bowel blockage, but this is rare. Problems linked to hemodialysis may … of not feeling good and want to die comfortably. Georgia, age 81 I've had family members receive dialysis because of …
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… about my insomnia and decided to try sleeping pills. Liz, age 45 I kept many bad habits I had picked up in college. I … and limit how much alcohol and coffee I drink. Alejandro, age 25 I used to worry about not going to sleep at night. So … for a short time to help me get the rest I need. Chris, age 33 I have several health problems and have started …
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… FAQs What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease damages the brain . It causes a steady loss of memory and … ability to do daily activities. They can be used in all stages of the disease. Memantine (Ebixa) can relieve symptoms … thinking problems. It may help you in the middle and late stages of the disease, when your symptoms are severe. You may …
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… you can't stay on the diet, you may end up feeling discouraged and give up on trying to change your eating habits. … follow a diet plan if I'm going to make this work. Dennis, age 29 I've tried dieting to lose weight before. It always … in the way I eat instead of doing a temporary diet. Sue, age 45 I've tried to lose weight on my own. But it is too …
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… and my baby more if I did not take antidepressants. Cindy, age 27 I was sailing along with my pregnancy, doing great, … beautiful baby girl without taking antidepressants. Fala, age 19 I had always thought that if you had depression and … under control, and I had a healthy baby boy. Nathalie, age 32 I had a bout of depression when I was 18 and was on …
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… restore a normal heart rate when certain problems have damaged the heart's electrical system , which normally keeps … My doctor says a pacemaker could help me feel better. Jack, age 66 My doctor says my heart rate is slow. But I can still … I'll keep taking my medicine and following my diet. Serena, age 55 I get dizzy sometimes, and my doctor says I have a …
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… Problems: Relationships and Life Events Matter On this page: Overview Overview Looking at events in your life, your …
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… Mild, Moderate, or Severe Diarrhea On this page: Overview Overview Diarrhea is … , or colorectal cancer . Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Current as of: March 22, 2023 … , or colorectal cancer . Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older Current as of: March 22, 2023 …
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… Sponge Bath for a Child's Fever On this page: Overview Overview If your child's … to give another one. Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Current as of: November 14, 2022 … to give another one. Fever or Chills, Age 11 and Younger Current as of: November 14, 2022 …
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… Activities to encourage your toddler to play Last updated August 14, 2013 Play … in the world for toddlers, but your participation and encouragement are important - it's best when your child has … animal noises. Here are some other ways you can encourage your toddler to play: Follow the cues your toddler gives …