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… Hernia in Children On this page: Related Information What is an umbilical hernia? An … What causes it? The ring of muscle and other tissue that forms where blood vessels in the umbilical cord enter a … of Hernias Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… A normal recovery includes: Irregular bleeding or spotting for the first 2 weeks. Use sanitary pads until you stop … uterus back to its non-pregnant size. You may have cramping for up to a few weeks. After the procedure: If your doctor … Infection. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… It makes you less short of breath and lets you be more active. Practice this breathing method for about 10 minutes at a time, 3 or 4 times a day. Bend … standing. Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… System of the Heart On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The heart has four chambers. The two … sinoatrial (or sinus) node. These cells act as a pacemaker for the heart. The heart's pacemaker sends out an electrical … (EKG) Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… this page: Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done Related Information Overview You can use an intrauterine device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy for 2.5 to 10 years, depending on the type. Your doctor will … 29, 2022. Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… or mucus from building up in your lungs, and make it easier for you to breathe. Using the device can help prevent … pneumonia or surgery, and keep your airways open and lungs active if you can't get out of bed. How do you use an … Easier Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Kawasaki Disease On this page: Related Information What is Kawasaki disease? … that affects the blood vessels. The symptoms can be severe for several days. But with treatment, most children return … Syndrome Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… Injury in Affected Limbs On this page: Overview Related Information Overview After a stroke, you may not feel … can happen if your nails aren't kept short and smooth. For example, if you can't feel sensations in your feet, you … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… to Relieve Low Back Pain On this page: Overview Related Information Overview There is some evidence that … these suggestions if you would like to try heat or cold for low back pain. Heat to relieve low back pain Apply heat … (1). Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Help stop the spread of germs Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 85 Download PDF Document English … stop the spread of germs. Viruses can live on hard surfaces for up to 2 days and on hands for up to 5 minutes. When you wash your hands, you help …
