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… stop taking any medicines or natural health products. Don't smoke. Smoking affects how the body uses medicine, and it … stop taking any medicines or natural health products. Don't smoke. Smoking affects how the body uses medicine, and it …
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… describe this as an aura. The person's arms, face, or hands may briefly stiffen, tingle, flex, or jerk, but this … area of his or her body (often one side of the face, one hand, or one arm). Epilepsy … describe this as an aura. The person's arms, face, or hands may briefly stiffen, tingle, flex, or jerk, but this …
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… child wear mittens or clean cotton socks on his or her hands to prevent scratching. Or use light bandages over open blisters. Wash your child's hands often. Distract your child when you find him or her … child wear mittens or clean cotton socks on his or her hands to prevent scratching. Or use light bandages over open …
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… side of the wrist. Overuse or repetitive use of your hands or wrist may cause swelling or thickening of the … may develop ulnar tunnel syndrome from holding on to the handlebars. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of ulnar tunnel … anti-inflammatory medicines. Finger, Hand, and Wrist Problems, Non-Injury Current as of: …
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… (such as switches that go on or off when you clap your hands) to make it easier to turn lights on if you have to get up during the night. Install sturdy handrails on stairways. Move items in your cabinets so that … toilet and sinks. Use shower chairs and bath benches. Use a hand-held shower head that will allow you to sit while …
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… type of shaking that you can't control. It may start in the hand or fingers. The shaking may increase or spread to other … usually on both sides of your body. It often starts in the hands but can be in the arms, head, or torso. It can make … heavy bracelet or watch. This adds a little weight to your hand. The extra weight may reduce tremors. Drink from cups …
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… mouth, or throat Does swelling involve the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet, or the area from one large … is across two joints, on soles of feet, or on palms of hands No Swelling is across two joints, on soles of feet, or on palms of hands Is the swelling getting worse (over hours or days)? …
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… Light-headedness or dizziness . Sweaty or cold, clammy hands. Feeling jumpy. Muscle tension, aches, or soreness … breathing ( hyperventilation ), numbness or tingling of the hands or lips, and a racing heart. You may feel dizzy, … with your daily activities include: Frequently washing your hands, showering, or brushing your teeth. Constantly …
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… Your head should stay at the 45-degree turn. Hold for 30 seconds. If you have vertigo, stay in this position until it … chin should be raised and over your shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds or until your symptoms stop. Keeping your head in … should now be on your side and looking down. Hold for 30 seconds or until your symptoms stop. Slowly push yourself up …