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… Nicotine Gum On this page: Overview Overview You chew nicotine gum … in your mouth between your cheek and gums. Here's how you use nicotine gum. Read the materials that come with the … the right strength gum and determine how much you need to use. Nicotine gum comes in several flavours and in two …
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… Transfer (GIFT and ZIFT) On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works … reproductive technology (ART) procedures that are rarely used but may improve the chances of conception in the … step of each of these treatments is superovulation . This uses medicines to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple …
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… Hydrocortisone for Itching On this page: Overview Overview Hydrocortisone cream, … is available without a prescription. It is commonly used to treat skin inflammation and itching. Precautions … all label directions on the medicine bottle or box. Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your …
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… Effectiveness Rate of Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Overview These … birth control methods as directed. But even with perfect use, a method will still fail to prevent a pregnancy in a … Hormonal How well does hormonal birth control work? Method used Number of unplanned pregnancies out of 100 typical …
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… Vaginal Dryness On this page: Overview Overview You may have vaginal dryness around the time of menopause. Or if your ovaries were removed during a hysterectomy … dryness from low estrogen levels. If sex is painful because of vaginal dryness, there are steps you can take to make …
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… Cancer: Home Treatment for Mouth Sores On this page: Overview Overview A painful sore or … mouth clean Rinse your mouth several times a day. You can use 2 cups (500 mL) of warm water mixed with 1/2 teaspoon … mL) salt, followed by rinsing your mouth with plain water. Use an extra-soft toothbrush and a mild toothpaste. You can …
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… Saying No to Alcohol and Drugs On this page: Overview Overview Alcohol is part of … In a firm voice, tell the person you don't want to drink or use drugs. Say something like: "No, I'm sorry, but I don't use...." "No, I'm really trying to stay clean." "No, I'm …
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… Cancer During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Sometimes cancer and … can happen at the same time. The type of cancer treatment used during pregnancy depends on a number of things, … are other health problems. The medicines and radiation used for treating cancer can be dangerous to the baby. Your …
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… for Reducing Indoor Pollutants in Your Home On this page: Overview Overview Exposure to indoor air pollutants can cause respiratory problems, such as asthma attacks. It can also cause diseases, such as lung cancer. Pollutants include smoke, …
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… and toenails. Watch for redness, cuts, scrapes, calluses, and blisters. Keep your skin folds dry. This includes … increase the risk of infection. Take care when you bathe. Use warm water. Avoid hot water, which can dry out skin. … or do dishes. Take steps to prevent problems from the sun. Cover any ulcers or wounds with a bandage, not sunscreen. …