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… inserted into a vein in the neck or chest and passed under the skin. One end of the catheter remains outside the … opening in this end of the catheter. Passing the catheter under the skin helps keep it in place better, lets you move … is similar to a tunnelled catheter but is left entirely under the skin. Medicines are injected through the skin into …
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… low-dose CT scan to screen for lung cancer in 3 to 6 months. A nodule or nodules were found, and at least one of … of tissue from inside your lung so it can be looked at under a microscope. Medical Tests: … of tissue from inside your lung so it can be looked at under a microscope. Medical Tests: …
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… infection include: People who are taking antibiotics People undergoing cancer chemotherapy People who have other … feces. The spores can live outside your body for weeks or months. They may be found on items you touch such as bed … wash their hands, sing the alphabet song Rinse hands well under warm running water Dry your hands with a clean cloth …
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… usually the same medicines used in a medical abortion done under a doctor's care. People choose to self-manage a … usually the same medicines used in a medical abortion done under a doctor's care. People choose to self-manage a …
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… is powered by batteries. Most pacemakers are placed under the skin of your chest. They have thin wires, called … on the type of pacemaker you get. Your doctor can help you understand your risk. You will see your doctor regularly to … or surgery. After the procedure Problems can also happen months or years after the pacemaker is implanted. These …
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… recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to … them and others don't. The cause of migraines is not well understood. But experts think that it may have something to … to your doctor. You may need to take a medicine for a few months before it works well for you. Or you may need to try …
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… develop slowly over several years or quickly over several months. Fibroids often cause mild symptoms or none at all. … legs. Lie down and prop up your legs by putting a pillow under your knees. This may help relieve pain. Lie on your … legs. Lie down and prop up your legs by putting a pillow under your knees. This may help relieve pain. Lie on your …
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… implant, which is about the size of a matchstick, is put under the skin on the inside of your upper arm. It releases … The shot contains hormones that prevent pregnancy for 3 months. You see your doctor every 3 months for the shot. The … implant, which is about the size of a matchstick, is put under the skin on the inside of your upper arm. It releases …
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… harmless growths that appear in the skin folds on the neck, under the arms, under the breasts, or in the groin. They … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your …
