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… Voiding Log (Bladder Record) On this page: Overview Overview Complete one of these records each … day for several days, then take the completed records to your doctor. This information will help you and your doctor see how often you leak urine and what seems to …
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… Tennis Elbow: Stretches and Strengthening Exercises On this page: Overview Overview Follow instructions from your physiotherapist or other health professional for … and tendon shortening. Gently bend, straighten, and rotate your wrist. If you have increasing pain, slow down or stop …
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… Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections On this page: Overview Overview Scratching … to help prevent skin infections. Clean and closely trim your child's fingernails. Have a small child wear mittens or … scratching. Or use light bandages over open blisters. Wash your child's hands often. Distract your child when you find …
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… Body Piercing Healing Times On this page: Overview Overview Each body … the piercing is and how thick the tissue is at the site. Your own ability to heal can also affect healing time. … or irritated or if scar tissue forms. You may need to see your doctor if your piercing does not seem to be healing. …
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… Abuse: Signs of Abuse-Related Injuries On this page: Overview Overview Most injuries are … Seek help if: You suspect child abuse or elder abuse . Call your local child or adult protective agency, police, or a … partner violence (IPV) . You have trouble controlling your anger with a child or other person in your care. …
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… Sudden Changes in Vision On this page: Overview Overview Vision changes … sparks, or flickers of light, particularly when you move your eyes or head. The flashes of light may be easier to see … . New floaters —shadows or dark objects that float across your visual field. Sudden development of floaters may be a …
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… Ischemia On this page: Overview Overview Ischemia means your heart muscle is not getting enough blood and oxygen. It … This is called silent ischemia. Ischemia can happen when your heart needs more oxygen because it is working harder …
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… Bursitis and Tendon Injury: Preventing Pain On this page: Overview Overview Bursitis or a … include pain, pinching, and stiffness when you raise your arm. These symptoms are often brought on by doing … from bursitis or a tendon injury can keep you from moving your shoulder. Over time it can lead to stiffness and a …
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… Urinary Problems During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Most women have … of urine. Bladder infections during pregnancy may increase your risk of kidney infections , miscarriage , and having a … can become blocked by a blood clot or bladder stone . Call your doctor if you are unable to urinate during your …
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… Similar to Depression in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Overview Some other … can cause symptoms that look like depression. Before your child or teen can be diagnosed with depression, a … medicines, such as antidepressants. It is important to tell your child's doctor about any bipolar disorder in the family …
