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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 this product and your specific health needs. Warning Nonsteroidal …
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… after treatment. It includes exercises that can be done at home or with a qualified exercise professional. Exercise …
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… not include all the information you will need to care for your family member. Your doctor may have other suggestions to add to your plan. Establish a simple daily routine. Set regular …
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… fracture is a break in a small bone on the thumb side of your wrist. This is also called a navicular fracture. Of the eight carpal bones in your wrist, your scaphoid bone is the one most likely to break. It is …
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… that the immune system is attacking the body's own tissues. Your genes may play a role in this. For example, people … may look swollen. And it may hurt to wear glasses or comb your hair. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination and ask you about …
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… need to take care of the incision as it heals. Caring for your incision may help lower the risk of problems like infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or … to keep the area clean, change the bandage according to your doctor's instructions, and watch for signs of …
Medical tests
… how well the eyes, inner ears , and brain help you keep your balance and position (such as when you change from … when the head is moved. But nystagmus without moving your head or nystagmus that does not go away may be caused … of recordings is done. Baseline recordings are taken with your head at rest. More recordings are done: While you move …
Medical tests
… genes called BRCA1 and BRCA2. This test can help you know your chance of getting breast cancer and ovarian cancer . A … cancers. You can inherit the gene changes from either your mother's or father's side of the family. BRCA gene changes aren't common. Your doctor may talk to you about testing based on your …
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… routine immunizations. If you have questions about where your child's immunizations will be given, talk to your immunization provider prior to your visit. For a full list of ways to reduce your child’s …
Medical tests
… hours before the test. Because this is a test involving your heart, you may have to stay overnight in the hospital … help you relax. You will get a shot of anesthetic to numb your skin and deeper tissues. Then a long, thin needle will be carefully inserted just below your breastbone. (In some cases, the needle is inserted …
