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… that stabilizes and cushions the knee joint. Whether or not your tear can be repaired depends on the type of the tear . … flap, long-standing, and degenerative tears—those caused by years of wear and tear—generally can't be repaired. Your … of motion 1 to 2 weeks Motion is typically restricted for first 4 to 6 weeks to allow the meniscus to heal. Return to …
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… lazy eye or amblyopia ). Having strabismus can be hard on your child's self-esteem. It affects your child's appearance … is tired or sick. A newborn's eyes may be misaligned at first. But the eyes should become aligned by 3 to 4 months … and defects in visual acuity in children younger than 5 years of age. footnote 1 If you have concerns about your …
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… are no guarantees that a bunion surgery will fully relieve your pain. A regional anesthetic that affects only the foot … a more normal position. Removal of bone from the end of the first metatarsal bone, which joins with the base of the big … and bone affected. Complete healing may take as long as 1 year. When you take a shower or bath, the foot must be kept …
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… Vietnamese The majority of vision development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of … have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye … and cause irritated, red, or dry eyes Provide an area for homework that has even lighting and does not have glare or …
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… this page: Overview Overview Your care provider uses a blood pressure monitor to screen … blood pressure. A blood pressure cuff is wrapped around your bare upper arm. The cuff is then pumped up. The cuff is … your doctor may ask you to test it again when you are home. footnote 1 This is because your blood pressure can …
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… Here are some techniques you can practice well ahead of your due date, to make sure you're ready when the time … Intensity of pushes (bearing down) increase as the baby moves down the birth canal You may push down with some … This helps you control the urge to push and allows the baby’s head to come out slowly and gently. Lift your chin. …
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… is a success if it results in the birth of a healthy baby. Many things affect your chances of conceiving and carrying a healthy pregnancy, … on your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy baby. From your mid-30s into your 40s, your chance of …
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… On this page: Overview Overview When you are pregnant, your membranes may break or rupture. This means that a hole … in the fluid-filled bag that surrounds and protects your baby. It usually happens when you are in labour or close to … of the sac. The uterus keeps making the fluid until the baby's birth. So you may continue to feel leaking, …
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… and doctors' groups suggest routine screening. Talk to your doctor about whether your child has been or should be tested. To screen children … reason, many schools provide hearing tests when children first begin school. To test for possible hearing loss in …
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… and lower third molars. These teeth are at the very back of your mouth. They are the last teeth to surface in the mouth. … they usually come in when a person is between 17 and 21 years old. Some people have their wisdom teeth for their … foods to your diet as you heal. Do not use a straw for the first few days. Sucking on a straw can loosen the blood clot …
