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… Asthma Diary On this page: Overview Overview An asthma diary helps you keep track of how well you are managing your asthma . If you have symptoms or an asthma attack , … and how well it worked. Also note if you had to contact your doctor or seek emergency care. This can help you know …
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… Tests for Lung Infections On this page: Overview Overview Other tests for … . Doctors can use blood cultures to test for bacteria in your bloodstream. Oximetry. An oximeter can estimate the amount of oxygen in your blood. A sensor in a cuff or clip is placed on the end …
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… Hyperkalemia On this page: … and a mineral. It helps keep the right mix of fluids in your body. It also helps keep your heart beating normally and your nerves and muscles …
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… Stress Management: Imagery Exercises On this page: Overview Related … and feel better. Imagery for releasing muscle tension Close your eyes and imagine one of the following: Wax softening … twisted rope slowly unwinding. Tension swirling out of your body and down the drain. You holding a remote control …
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… Bleach Baths for Eczema On this page: Overview Overview You can use a dilute bleach bath to help heal your eczema (atopic dermatitis) rash if you have skin … not be helpful for everyone who has eczema. So talk with your doctor before you try this treatment. You will need: …
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… Teens: Getting Out of an Unhealthy Friendship On this page: Getting Started Getting Started In an unhealthy … a lot. Or you give up what you want so you can make your friend happy. But then you feel miserable. Or maybe your friend pushes you to do things that feel bad, like …
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… Skin Adhesives (Liquid Stitches) On this page: Overview Overview Skin adhesives … that may be used to hold the edges of a small cut together. Your doctor may apply a skin adhesive instead of stitching your cut. A liquid will be applied to your skin and allowed …
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… Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Being pregnant … and plan for, which can be overwhelming. You may notice your moods changing often. And when you're pregnant, your body goes through lots of hormone changes, which can …
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… Cardiac Rehabilitation: Emotional Health Benefits On this page: Overview Overview Recovering from a heart problem means not only getting back your physical strength but also getting back your emotional and mental well-being. Having a positive …
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… Pregnancy: Kick Counts On this page: Overview Overview Counting your baby's movements is one way your doctor can tell that your baby is healthy. Most …
