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… until the cancer has spread. Then, symptoms may include pain in the upper belly or the back, unexpected weight loss, … in managing a health condition. Cancer: Controlling Cancer Pain Cancer: Controlling Nausea and Vomiting From … usually doesn't cause symptoms at first. It's silent and painless. Symptoms usually don't begin until the cancer has …
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… is wrong with him or her. Infection, illness, injury or pain, or a medical problem may cause a child to not act … crying. Usually a baby with colic isn't crying because of pain or physical discomfort. But it is important to be aware … of home treatment Has swelling over a body part and cries (pain cry) when the area is touched or moved Refuses to use …
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… swollen veins in the anal canal. This common problem can be painful, but it's usually not serious. Veins can swell … are bleeding during bowel movements, itching, and rectal pain. You may find streaks of blood on the toilet paper or … the urge to pass stool right after having a bowel movement. Pain. When a vein within an external hemorrhoid gets …
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… able to do the things you need—and want—to do with little pain. Other days the pain may be too much for you to do simple tasks like getting … of your tasks, especially on days when you have a lot of pain. Balance activity with rest. If you get tired when you …
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… health before surgery. Which type of surgery was done. Pain Pain is a common concern after this surgery. Depending on the type of surgery you have, your chest area may be painful for several weeks to months after surgery. Your …
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… include: Fatigue. Shortness of breath. A cough. Chest pain. Some people also report having: Trouble thinking or … ("brain fog"). Depression or anxiety. Muscle or joint pain. A headache. Diarrhea or belly pain. A fever that comes and goes. A fast or pounding …
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… or medicines may affect your reaction to anesthesia or pain medicines. Talk about any physical restrictions you … reassure you to help you stay calm. The nurse may go over a pain scale . This may be used to help see how you are doing … surgery are sterilized to reduce your risk of infection. Pain control Pain control is an important concern. Near the …
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… On this page: Bev's Story Bev's Story Bev isn't letting the pain of arthritis in her hands and back keep her from doing … else in her life. She has found ways to help reduce the pain that allow her to still enjoy the simple pleasures in … time, like peeling potatoes, a bigger handle makes it less painful to use. She has also replaced most of the outside …
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… Medicine Use While Breastfeeding On this page: Overview … take any prescription or over-the-counter medicines while breastfeeding. That's because some medicines can affect your … are safe to use when you breastfeed. These include: Pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and …
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… page: Overview Overview Mastitis is breast inflammation. It can happen to any woman. But it's most common during the first 6 months of breastfeeding. You can keep nursing your baby. In fact, … your baby. If you have mastitis, you may first notice a painful area on one breast. It may be red, warm to the …