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… Learning About Dehydration in Newborns On this page: What is dehydration? How is dehydration treated? What can you expect? Where can you learn more? What is dehydration? Dehydration means that your baby has lost too much fluid. This can happen when a …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Neuropsychological testing can help your doctor find out how a problem with your brain is … such as Alzheimer's disease, you may be afraid of what the tests will show. Risks Your doctor may not be able …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is premature ejaculation? Premature ejaculation is … is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction. What causes it? Most cases of premature ejaculation do not … it, with minimal sexual stimulation. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will discuss your medical and sexual history …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … infections include pneumonia and skin infections. The risk for infections may be higher if you also take other … smoker. Protect your skin from the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Use a sunscreen and …
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… Rash On this page: Overview Overview What is heat rash? Heat rash ( prickly heat ) is a red or … in babies, but it may affect adults in hot, humid climates. What causes heat rash? In babies, heat rash can be caused by … and activity level. Babies' hands and feet may feel cool to your touch but that does not mean they need to be dressed …
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… Common Questions About Giving Yourself Shots On this page: Overview Overview How do I get rid of an air bubble in the syringe? Here is what to do if you notice an air bubble in the syringe. Hold … of medicine, because the air takes up space in the syringe. What if I break or bend a needle? Here is what to do if you …
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… to the side effects of this drug, including dizziness and increases in potassium level. Tell your doctor if you are … pressure or worsen your heart failure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as …
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… About Respiratory Problems in Newborns On this page: What are respiratory problems? How are these problems treated? What can you expect? What are respiratory problems? When a … it means that the baby is having trouble breathing. If your baby was born early, the lungs may not be not strong …
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… water, underwater logs or big rocks can cause serious injury. Stay within your abilities Swim only where you feel comfortable. Do not … At beaches stay inside marked areas or close to shore. Cold water or rough conditions may impact your swimming …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … for people of all ages, especially those at an increased risk of getting the infection. Those at an increased risk … based on your age, medical condition, risk of hepatitis B exposure, and the brand of vaccine used. If you are …