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… to Taking Medicines On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Taking medicines for asthma every day can be hard to get used to. You may … and Adults Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… think clearly during an attack. Your plan can help you stay active and have fewer problems. It may include: Your … medicines and when to take them. How to treat symptoms before you have an attack. What to do if an attack becomes an … Plan Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… How It Feels Risks Results What Affects the Test Related Information Test Overview A vaginal self-examination is a way for a woman to look at her vulva and vagina . A vaginal … the Doctor Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Related Information Surgery Overview A kidney transplant is surgery to give you a healthy kidney from another person. The new kidney may come … You will not be able to have this surgery if you have an active infection, another life-threatening disease such as …
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… Take good care of your skin and nails. You can find more information about lymphedema in this topic: Lymphedema Return … Keep your clothing loose around the limb that is affected. For example, don't wear shirts with elastic cuffs. Wear the … Cancer Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Emergency Equipment On this page: Overview Related Information Overview You may be able to prevent cold exposure … A pocketknife. A wire saw, to cut large pieces of wood for an emergency fire. A space blanket, to be used as a … Exposure Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… of Lyme Disease On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Misdiagnosis of Lyme disease is common. … some point during their lives, but the infection may not be active and may not cause any illness. People may test … Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Acclimating to the Heat On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Acclimation helps you remain active in a hot environment with less risk of a heat-related … Illnesses Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Paget's Disease On this page: Surgery Overview Related Information Surgery Overview Osteotomy and Paget's disease … deformed or damaged bone to an area where there is more or healthier bone. In Paget's disease , bone tissue breakdown … from the upper thigh bone (femur). Osteotomy may allow an active person to postpone a total joint replacement for a …
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… up body fat. Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC … HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …
