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… Neutropenia (say "noo-truh-PEE-nee-uh") means that your blood has too few white blood cells called neutrophils. White blood cells are an important part of your body's immune system . Neutrophils help protect your … (flu) vaccine. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… more likely to happen if you have a disease that has made your bones weak, such as osteoporosis or cancer. What are … a breath or breathe deeply. Or it may cause pain around your breastbone. If you can't breathe normally you may feel … Wounds Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… need to take care of the incision as it heals. Caring for your incision may help lower the risk of problems like infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or … to Expect Current as of: November 30, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… Tooth decay is damage that occurs when germs (bacteria) in your mouth make acids that eat away at a tooth. It can lead … clear, sticky substance called plaque is always forming on your teeth and gums. Plaque contains bacteria that feed on … Basic Dental Care Brushing and Flossing a Child's Teeth Healthy Eating Quitting Smoking Teething Current as …
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… Overview Here are some ideas for making the most of your intimate time with your partner. Think about what could help you be more … With Aging Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… keep in mind that you are the most important person in your own recovery. You need to have a major say in the decisions about your care. This may be hard for you, and you may sometimes … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Overview It's normal to get aches and pains in your hips and pelvic area when you're pregnant. Pregnancy hormones are relaxing your ligaments . This loosens up your pelvic bones so they … 761. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… visit in the second trimester, you'll be weighed and your blood pressure will be checked. Your urine may be checked for bacteria, protein, or sugar. … Pregnancy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… 4, 2024 Overview There’s lots to learn as you get to know your new baby. Find advice on how to provide the care your baby needs for a healthy start. Premature infants If your baby is born more …
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… Overview Here are some ways you can help comfort your child who has a respiratory illness (such as … respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection or a cold): Ask your doctor if your child can take acetaminophen or … Infection Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …