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… Bypass Graft Surgery: Self-Care for Recovery On this page: Overview Overview What … card with information on your private health insurance coverage, in case you need to return to the hospital. You may … objects heavier than 2.3 kg (5 lb) , including small children, trash baskets, and bikes. Driving (even a minor …
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… Alzheimer's Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms … disease? Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that damages the brain . It causes a steady loss of memory and of … by making sure the person eats well. You can also help manage sleep problems. Your loved one may also need help with …
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… Blood Transfusion On this page: Health Tools Uses of Blood Transfusion … who have had certain types of cancer, had hepatitis after age 11, or are at high risk for HIV infection. Blood … Products Directorate (TPD) on the collection, testing, storage, and use of blood. The risk of infection from a blood …
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… Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) On this page: Health Tools When to Call a Doctor … one or the other. Hospice palliative care can help you manage symptoms, pain, or side effects from treatment. It may … you comfort, such as spending time outdoors or being with children. A cancer support group. Cancer support groups …
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… Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … Problems Esophagitis Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children Heartburn Hiatal Hernia Current as of: …
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… Upper and Middle Back Pain On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms When to … from the base of your neck to the bottom of your rib cage . Your ribs attach to the sternum and attach to and wrap … Spinal Stenosis Neck Pain Osteoarthritis Scoliosis in Children and Teens Citations Gagnier JJ, et al. …
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… Cervical Cancer On this page: Health Tools Lowering Your Risk … treated? Treatment for cervical cancer is based on the stage of the cancer and other things, such as whether you … you comfort, such as spending time outdoors or being with children. A cancer support group. Cancer support groups …
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… Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … ACL deficiency. The abnormal bone movement can also damage the tissue ( cartilage ) that covers the ends of the … for ACL Injuries Treatment for ACL Injuries in Children and Teenagers Self-Care If you have an acute …
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… Chronic Kidney Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … right for a while. It most often happens as a result of damage to your kidneys over many years. But it can also happen … What causes it? Chronic kidney disease is caused by damage to the kidneys. The most common causes of this damage
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… Pancreatitis On this page: Condition Overview Health Tools Cause Symptoms What … happen suddenly or over many years. Over time, it can damage and scar the pancreas. What causes pancreatitis? Most … enzymes, because they are made of pork protein. In young children, high doses of pancreatic enzymes could cause a …