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… People infected with Cryptococcus are not infectious to others. What are the symptoms? Most people who are exposed … these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can … B.C. It is unclear how C. gattii arrived in B.C. and other areas of the Pacific Northwest in the U.S. Can I tell …
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… on the extent of surgery, the kind of work you do, and your overall health. After laparoscopic surgery, you'll have … the tubal ligation was done, and by the person's age. Other things that affect the chance of pregnancy after these … the surgeon's skill level and experience, as well as other possible infertility problems. Risks Risks of …
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… and friendships. Teens tend to compare themselves with others, and they might form false ideas about their body … emotional swings from day to day. Seem mature at times, but other times may not. May rebel and have difficult behaviour. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Using soothers and stopping when it's time Last updated August 10, 2013 Learn about the pros and cons of using soothers. For some toddlers, using a soother satisfies a need to suck. But it’s best not to use one every time your child seems upset. Before you offer a soother, try to …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Your newborn starts to communicate with you right away. … need and, in their own way, ask for social interaction with others. They communicate by moving their arms and legs. They … stimulated. These babies may overreact to playful rocking. Other less sensitive babies might respond with a bright face …
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… and physical activity later in life. Things that increase your risk for osteoporosis include: Your age. Bones … to develop osteoporosis. Taking corticosteroids or certain other medicines. Some medicines can cause bone thinning. … Being inactive due to being in a bed, wheelchair, or other type of chair for long periods of time. Having a …
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… People around you may not notice anything different about your behaviour. You might do the things you normally do, … to remember what they did. This is called euphoric recall. Other people find blackouts very disturbing and seek … about your blackouts. You might need to be tested for other problems that can cause loss of consciousness. Related …
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… "or-kee-EK-tuh-mee") is surgery to remove one or both of your testicles. It is usually done to treat testicular cancer. It may also be done for other reasons, such as removing a damaged testicle or as … body image and sex. Ask your doctor about support groups or other resources that can help. Risks Orchiectomy surgery is …
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… to help people who have pain or discomfort from cancer or other diseases. The technique does not treat cancer or any other disease. How Well It Works No studies have proved that … touch along with conventional medical treatments. Talk with your doctor about any complementary health practice that you …
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… an extra lump or mass above the testicle on one side of your scrotum. Or you may notice a general enlargement of … to check for solid masses that may be caused by other problems, such as cancer of the testicle. … will not pass through solid masses that may be caused by other problems, such as cancer of the testicle. An …
