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… Having anemia means you don't have enough red blood cells . Your body needs these cells to carry oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. Anemia is fairly common. It's often easily …
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… Basics What is motion sickness? If you've ever been sick to your stomach on a rocking boat or a bumpy airplane ride, you … It doesn't cause long-term problems, but it can make your life miserable, especially if you travel a lot. Children from 5 to 12 years old, women, and older adults get …
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… silicone shell filled with a saltwater solution or a gel. Your doctor will make a cut, called an incision. Then the … of work you do, you should be able to go back to work or your normal routine in 1 to 2 weeks. The incisions leave scars. But the scars will fade with time. Your doctor will try to make the incisions in line with the …
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… 9, 2024 Overview Nutrients are found in food and help your body work as it should. Learn about carbohydrates, … found, how much you need and why it’s important: Fibre and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68h) Getting enough fibre … found, and how to choose healthy types: Dietary fats and your health  (HealthLinkBC File #68f) Healthy eating: …
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… the procedure. The doctor will start by numbing (freezing) your gums with a local anesthetic . The doctor may use a … the gum tissue, the doctor may put a temporary putty over your gum line. This will protect your gums while they heal. You can eat soft foods and drink …
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… weeks of pregnancy, though it can also develop right after childbirth. What are the symptoms of HELLP syndrome? HELLP … Seizure. HELLP syndrome can be dangerous for both you and your baby. If you have these symptoms, you need emergency … have a vaginal delivery. But a caesarean may be needed for your or your baby's safety. Before delivery, you will get …
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… Overview Overview If you or your doctor thinks you may be at risk for osteoporosis, you … footnote 1 Osteoporosis Canada recommends that you and your doctor check your fracture risk using a tool such as FRAX to help decide …
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… start shortly after being sent home. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and past health. They will do a physical examination and listen to your lungs. If your doctor thinks that you have this …
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… the bony bumps you can feel on the inside and outside of your elbow. Tendinopathy or epicondylopathy is a term used … collectively. These terms aren't yet universally used. Your doctor may still use the term tendinitis or … pain during work, play, or daily activities: Strengthen your wrist, arm, shoulder, and back muscles to help protect …
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… sores, or changes in skin colour. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose venous insufficiency by examining your legs and by using a type of ultrasound test (duplex Doppler) to find out how well blood is flowing in your legs. How is venous insufficiency treated? Your doctor …