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… Prolonged Grief On this page: Overview Overview With prolonged … than the person who died. These feelings may interfere with your ability to take care of your daily responsibilities. They last longer than is usual …
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… Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac: Tips for Washing On this page: Overview Overview If you have … easily. Rinse often. This can prevent the soap from drying your skin and making the rash worse. Use creek or stream … like Tecnu and Zanfel can help remove the plant's oil from your skin. A hand cleaner, such as Goop, also may help. Wash …
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… Parkinson's Disease: Eating and Drooling Problems On this page: Overview Overview Eating problems … cause choking. If you cough or choke, lean forward and keep your chin tipped downward while you cough. See a speech … provide exercises to help you strengthen the muscles of your mouth. Drooling Parkinson's disease can affect many of …
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… YAG Laser Capsulotomy After Cataract Surgery On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … surgery because months or years after cataract surgery, your vision may get fuzzy again. This happens when a membrane in your eye, called the posterior capsule, becomes cloudy. This …
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… for Obstructive Sleep Apnea On this page: Surgery Overview How Well It Works Risks Related … is a type of surgery to remove tissue from the back of your throat. You will be asleep during surgery. The doctor … palate. The soft palate is the back part of the roof of your mouth. After this tissue is removed, air may move …
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… parents need to find creative ways to promote and encourage the movement needed for healthy development. Here are some tips for fitting physical activity into your children's day - at home, at school, at play and along … rings. During class time - Take a movement break Stretch your arms and legs while sitting at your desk Body presses …
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… Thyroid Hormone Production and Function On this page: Overview Overview The thyroid gland … hormone slows things down. They: Control the rate at which your body burns calories (your metabolism). This affects whether you gain or lose …
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… Secondary Adrenocortical Insufficiency On this page: … starts with a medical history and physical examination. If your doctor suspects adrenal insufficiency, the doctor will check your blood cortisol and ACTH levels. You may have imaging …
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… need to eat more foods that have fat and protein. Talk with your doctor or a dietitian about what foods you need to gain or maintain your weight. How can you avoid weight loss? Here are some … snacks. Snack foods that can help you add calories to your diet include: Ice cream. Pudding. Cheese. Granola bars. …
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… Hospital Isolation Rooms On this page: Overview Overview If your doctor wants you to be kept away, or isolated, from … have an infection that can be spread to others or because your condition makes you more easily infected by others. How …
