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… Physical Activity as You Get Older On this page: Overview Overview It's never too … You can benefit from physical activity even if you think of yourself as "elderly" or you already have conditions such as … first step—and make that first step a small one. Talk with your doctor if you're worried about how exercise might …
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… Pinworms On this page: What are pinworms? … you touch something the child has touched, the eggs get on your hands. Then if you touch food or your mouth, you can swallow the eggs. This starts the cycle …
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… Mononucleosis (Mono) On this page: … active and spread to others from time to time throughout your life. What are the symptoms? The most common symptoms … weak. Mono can also cause pain in the upper left part of your belly, which may mean that the spleen is enlarged. …
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… Fitness: Getting Around Barriers to Exercise On this page: Overview Overview Even when you … things about being active, you may find it hard to change your lifestyle until you deal with the reasons you give yourself for not being active. Barriers to exercise include …
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… Dermabrasion On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … and a dressing. Dermabrasion is almost always done in your doctor's office or on an outpatient basis. What To … The colour most often fades in 6 to 12 weeks. Until then, your normal skin tones can be matched using makeup. Some …
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… Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implants On this page: Overview Overview Here are some … replacement is an IOL. Before having surgery, review with your doctor the pros and cons of each type of replacement lens. A variety of IOL types are available. Your doctor can help you choose the type that may work best …
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… Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) On this page: What is Middle East … but it may be as long as 14 days. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor may suspect Middle East respiratory syndrome … have in the past 14 days been around a person who has MERS. Your doctor may order several tests to find out the cause of …
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… Over-the-Counter Medicines for Allergies On this page: Overview Overview Many … itching of nasal passages, and sneezing. Overuse can make your congestion worse ( rebound congestion ). So don't use … may make it worse. You should use them only if your high blood pressure is under control. Examples of …
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… Breast Lumps On this page: Overview Overview Breast lumps are … 50. A number of conditions can result in a lump or lumps in your breast. Most of these conditions are harmless or of … areas of the breast are thicker or denser than other areas. Your breasts also may feel tender. The lumps may occur in …
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… Steve's Story: Coping With Arthritis On this page: Steve's Story Steve's Story After being away from … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …