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… infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … or bone marrow transplant. How can I prevent infections? Your personal hygiene and health: Wash your hands after handling or cleaning up after your pet, its …
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… Canal Problems (Swimmer's Ear) On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Swimmer's ear (otitis externa) is a …
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… Health Tools What to Expect After a Stroke Stroke Rehab and Your Recovery Concerns of the Caregiver Preventing Another … and regain skills you may have lost or to make the most of your remaining abilities. Stroke rehab can help you to: Do … need to. Be active. Ask your doctor what type and level of activity is safe for you. Eat heart-healthy foods. These …
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… Diaper Rash On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Diaper rash (diaper dermatitis) is …
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… health Everyone ages differently. What do you need to feel your best? Whether you're looking to add more activity to your day or to get the right information to make … Hospice Programs Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home Choosing a Nursing Home Choosing a Substitute Decision-Maker …
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… Breast cancer: What should I do if I'm at high risk? Choosing a prosthesis after breast cancer surgery Hormone … Cancer support: Managing stress Cancer support: When your cancer comes back or gets worse Home treatment Cancer: … melanoma Skin cancer, non-melanoma Skin cancer: Protecting your skin Testicular cancer Testicular cancer Testicular …
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… On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a … Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Caring For Your Child Medicines … Eating Habits Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight Physical Activity for Children and Teens Symptoms Most children with …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them. Endometriosis: Should I Have a …
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… Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment … Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas , an organ in your belly that makes the hormones insulin and glucagon . These two hormones control how your body uses the sugar found in the food you eat. Your
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … in the hospital overnight. You will need to avoid strenuous activity until your doctor says it is okay. This may be for …