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… the symptoms? Symptoms usually begin between ages 10 and 16 years. They may begin earlier in girls than in boys. … this discomfort. Knee pain. Sometimes knee pain is the first symptom. Stiffness and a limp, especially when tired. … Muscle spasms. Mild to severe pain. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will conduct a medical history to learn how long …
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… Caregiver Tips On this page: Overview Tip 1: Take Care of Yourself Tip 2: Don't Help Too Much Tip 3: Ask for Help … break complex tasks into simpler steps. For example, say, "First, get out the cereal box. Next, get out the milk." Make it easy. Make changes in the person's home and provide tools that will allow the person to do …
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… who is grieving. Here are some ideas that may help. Teach your teen about the grieving process. Teens may need help … thinking occur during the early, middle, and late teenage years. Understanding these may help you guide your teen in … other ways to express grief, such as a private service at home. Set reasonable limits on behaviour. After a loss, …
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… are a health problem. They can cause big changes in how your child feels and behaves. All kids have strong emotions … or grouchy mood more days than not, lasting for at least a year. Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder. Your child: Is … many settings. For instance, this may happen at school, at home, or with friends. Has frequent and severe outbursts. …
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… so that you will be able to collect a urine sample. The first urine of the day is best because bacterial levels will … germs that are normally found on the penis or vagina. Wash your hands before you collect the urine. If the collection … sample. Collecting a urine sample from a small child or baby may be done by using a special plastic bag with tape …
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… PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or … intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … using them again. To apply the eye gel, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the bottle tip …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … dryness, or redness may occur when this medication is first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a few …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … times daily as needed. To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … your contact lenses. To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the …