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… to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from … over the next 3 days, seek medical attention If the burn is about the size of 7 of your child’s handprints, or bigger, …
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… that is given off by things like uranium as they decay. About half of the ionizing radiation we're exposed to comes … radiation exposure, you may find it helpful to compare some common sources of radiation to a standard dose from a chest … radiation exposure, you may find it helpful to compare some common sources of radiation to a standard dose from a chest …
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… you have this surgery. You can probably go back to work in about 1 to 2 weeks. Surgery can be done right after you give … of surgery. Risks Major problems from tubal ligation aren't common. Minor problems include infection and wound … of surgery. Risks Major problems from tubal ligation aren't common. Minor problems include infection and wound …
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… while you take them. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about when it is safe to drive. Reduce the risk of drug … bag, and put the bag in your household trash. Do not flush your medicine down the toilet or sink. Take special … of overdose and misuse is higher with long-acting opioids. Common side effects of this medicine include: Constipation. …
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… regular schedule. Not routinely taking pain medicines is a common cause of ineffective pain management. Pain that is … This is called "breakthrough pain." Talk with your doctor about medicines you should have on hand to be prepared for … regular schedule. Not routinely taking pain medicines is a common cause of ineffective pain management. Pain that is …
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… A fast or irregular heartbeat. For men and women, the most common symptom is chest pain or pressure. But women are … diagnosed? A doctor will do a physical examination and ask about your symptoms and past health. The doctor will ask … A fast or irregular heartbeat. For men and women, the most common symptom is chest pain or pressure. But women are …
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… is the normal and safest fetal position for birth. But in about 4 out of 100 births, the baby doesn't naturally turn … of the body, with the feet near the head. This is the most common type of breech position. Complete breech. The … of the body, with the feet near the head. This is the most common type of breech position. Complete breech. The …
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… rash called allergic contact dermatitis . It is the most common skin problem caused by contact with plants. What … the oil. You can't catch a rash by touching the blister fluid. What are the symptoms? The usual symptoms are: … where the oil touched your skin. The rash usually lasts about 10 days to 3 weeks. But it may last up to 6 weeks in …
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… bandages in place. You may have drainage tubes to collect fluid and keep it from building up around the surgery site. … Breast reconstruction may help a woman feel better about her appearance. Some women say it helps them feel … Some implants have lasted 20 to 30 years, but that is not common. This means that someday you will probably need to …
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… you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. It is a common problem. Most people will have sleep problems now and … weeks or months, it can lead to health problems. Worrying about it only makes it worse. The good news is that if you … you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. It is a common problem. Most people will have sleep problems now and …
