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… Ingrown Toenail On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … toenail can have a number of different causes. Cutting your toenail too short or rounding the edge of the nail can … that don't fit well can also cause an ingrown toenail. If your shoes are too tight, they might press the nail into the …
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… changes in the first trimester Last updated August 11, 2013 Your body goes through lots of physical and emotional … trimester of pregnancy. Learn what to expect and how to manage these changes. On this page: Overview Fatigue Headaches … of breath Morning sickness Overview Some of the changes in your body will be obvious. For example, your periods will …
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… Sick-Day Guidelines for People With Diabetes On this page: Overview Overview What happens when … you are sick If you have diabetes, other illnesses can make your blood sugar go up. This can be dangerous. When you're sick with influenza (flu) or another illness, your body releases hormones to fight infection. These …
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… Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … ligament. The MCL is a band of tissue on the inside of your knee. It connects your thigh bone to the bone of your lower leg. The MCL keeps …
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… Exercises After Mastectomy On this page: Overview Overview After breast … surgery ( mastectomy ), you may feel some pain going down your arm. Your shoulder and arm may be stiff and hard to move. You may …
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… Diabetes: Steps for Foot-Washing On this page: Overview Overview Taking good care of your feet is an important part of the daily routine when you … this list of steps for proper foot-washing and foot care in your bathroom. Use warm (not hot) water. Check the water …
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… Quick Tips: Diabetes and Shift Work On this page: Get Started Get Started Managing … work shifts, it can seem like there's nothing routine about your life. It's more of a chore to manage diabetes under … it can be done. These tips may help. Make a plan. Talk to your doctor, registered dietitian, or diabetes educator. …
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… Asthma Action Plan: Yellow Zone On this page: Overview Overview An asthma action plan is based on zones defined by your symptoms or your peak flow , or both. It tells you what to do if you …
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… Quick Tips: Successful Breastfeeding On this page: Overview Overview Some aspects of … and techniques can help you be more successful. Before your baby is born, take classes, read books, and watch … breastfeeding techniques. If you have concerns about your ability to breastfeed, talk to a lactation consultant …
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… Breastfeeding: Weaning a Baby On this page: Overview Overview There are two … ways to wean. Gradual weaning happens over time. It lets your baby have more control over when to stop breastfeeding. … happens all at once. Which style you use will depend on your preferences, why you plan to wean, and how often your …
