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… symptoms of angina. How to use quick-acting nitroglycerin Your doctor will tell you when to use your nitroglycerin. You may need to take it to relieve … one dose of nitroglycerin as soon as you feel symptoms. If your symptoms get worse or are not getting better within 5 …
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… is an inflammation of the hair follicles. Each hair on your body grows out of a tiny pouch called a follicle. You … own hot tub, follow the manufacturer's instructions for keeping it clean. Acne Boils Pilonidal … own hot tub, follow the manufacturer's instructions for keeping it clean. Acne Boils Pilonidal …
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… wearing spacious, comfortable shoes with good arch support. Your doctor may recommend padding for the heel (heel cup) or … against the wall at chest level. Step back with one foot, keeping that leg straight at the knee, and both feet flat on … against the wall at chest level. Step back with one foot, keeping that leg straight at the knee, and both feet flat on …
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… you can comfortably and easily put drops or ointment in your eyes or someone else's. Eyedrops and eye ointments can deliver medicine directly to your eyes, keep your eyes moist, and help with redness, itching, and …
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… Vision problems that get worse. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and if they've … on: Relieving pain and stiffness. Reducing inflammation. Keeping the condition from getting worse. Helping you to … on: Relieving pain and stiffness. Reducing inflammation. Keeping the condition from getting worse. Helping you to …
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… may need medicine to prevent serious illness. Protecting yourself When you're caring for someone with COVID-19, keep … or spreading the infection. Here are some ways to protect yourself and others. Have the person stay in one room. If … These include dishes, cups, towels, and bedding. Wash your hands often and well. Use soap and water, and scrub for …
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… page: Overview Overview Coughing is your body's way of removing foreign substances and mucus … Don't suppress a productive cough too much, unless it's keeping you from getting enough rest. Coughing is useful. It … Don't suppress a productive cough too much, unless it's keeping you from getting enough rest. Coughing is useful. It …
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… ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … or weakened and the toxoids are inactive. Vaccines help your child’s immune system build protection against disease. … removed. Any tiny amount left in the vaccine will not harm your child. Other ingredients – Sugars, amino acids, salts, …
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… by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . You can lower your risk of STIs by using a condom when you have sex. What … How is it diagnosed? You may find a Bartholin gland cyst on your own, or your doctor may notice it during a physical examination. …
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… or EP study, is a test to see if there is a problem with your heartbeat (heart rhythm) and to find out how to fix it. … electricity. The electrodes collect information about your heart's electrical activity. Your doctor can tell what kind of heart rhythm problems you …