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… such as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health symptoms, please consult your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a … have bed bugs? Look for the following signs: Bite marks on your body, particularly around your face, neck, arms and …
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… Screening tests are used to see what the chance is that your baby has a certain birth defect. If a screening test is positive, it means that your baby is more likely to have that birth defect and your doctor may give you the option to have a diagnostic …
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… piece of silicone sponge, rubber, or semi-hard plastic that your eye doctor ( ophthalmologist ) places on the outside of … or general anesthesia may be used. Before the surgery, your eye doctor may patch both of your eyes and have you stay in bed to keep the detachment …
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… Patterns of healthy eating help keep you well, and lower your risk for disease. Here are things you can do to make … plenty of vegetables and fruits. At meals, try to fill half your plate with vegetables and fruits. And make sure the … seeds, avocado, fatty fish, and vegetable oils. Make water your drink of choice. A lot of drinks are high in calories, …
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… the wall of the vagina. Both conditions are easy for your doctor to see during a physical examination. They often … during sexual intercourse. Surgery is not required unless your symptoms interfere with daily activities. Unless … with a catheter in place. You can most likely return to your normal activities in about 6 weeks. Avoid strenuous …
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… (skin cancer) . How are seborrheic keratoses diagnosed? Your doctor will look at the skin growth. He or she may need … But if one bothers you or you don't like how it looks, your doctor can remove it. Your doctor may: Freeze it off (cryotherapy). Cut it out …
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… The shot is used to prevent pregnancy. You get the shot in your upper arm or rear end (buttocks). The shot gives you a … need another shot. The shot may cause bone loss. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits. How well does it … have an unplanned pregnancy. footnote 1 Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines …
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… Overview It is natural for you to focus extra attention on your physical health when pregnant. It is equally important that you take care of your emotional health. Being pregnant can bring up many new … professionals play a key role in helping you through your pregnancy. Learn more about emotional health and …
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… Overview Overview Use this form to describe the severity of your heart failure symptoms and whether they get worse. … that develop. Take this form with you when you visit your doctor. Symptoms Describe severity of symptoms and when they started Shortness of breath   Swelling in your legs or ankles   Sudden weight gain   Tiredness or …
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… urinate more than usual for days or weeks after delivery. Your body is getting rid of the extra fluid from pregnancy. … fluid. If you had an incision ( episiotomy ) or a tear in your vagina during childbirth, your bowel movements may be painful. You also may have …