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… Levonorgestrel (LNg) IUD On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The levonorgestrel … reduces cramping and heavy menstrual bleeding. And it is a highly effective method of birth control . Hormonal IUDs … spotting during the first couple of months is common, followed by less bleeding thereafter. What are common side …
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… On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Related Information Treatment Overview Biofeedback is a way … include skin temperature, muscle tension, heart rate, and blood pressure. It's done to improve a person's health and … Information Cancer Pain Chronic Pain Complementary Medicine High Blood Pressure Stress Management Current as of: …
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… that has spread to the bones. It is also used to treat high blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia) that may occur with … be instructed to take calcium and vitamin D supplements. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Side Effects …
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… Risk for Breast or Ovarian Cancer On this page: Overview Related Information Overview If someone in your … cancer, your chances of getting those cancers may be higher. And if you have two or three relatives who have had … your risk, you can decide whether to do something to lower it. This can include taking medicine or having …
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… With heart failure, having too much fluid in your body can lower sodium levels in the blood. It can also cause symptoms such as swelling. Limiting … chewing gum, sucking on hard candy (sugarless if you have diabetes), or rinsing your mouth with water and spitting it …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview You may … pain may be caused by a problem with the upper part of the thigh bone (head of the femur) or the hip. Common causes of … Yes Red streaks or pus No Red streaks or pus Do you have diabetes, a weakened immune system , peripheral arterial …
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… appointments. Uses This medication is used to treat ongoing high levels of iron in the body caused by multiple blood … thalassemia). It works by binding to iron, allowing the body to pass extra iron out in the stool. … cause problems such as heart failure, liver disease, and diabetes. Getting rid of extra iron can decrease the risk of …
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… Salmonellosis On this page: Related Information What is salmonellosis? … contaminated with salmonella. This can happen in the following ways: Food may be contaminated during food processing … infants, and those who have impaired immune systems are at highest risk. If you only have diarrhea, you usually recover …
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… Talking With Your Child About Sex On this page: Overview Related Information Overview All children have … kids about sex and family life issues. In middle school and high school As children enter their teen years, they begin … dating partner. footnote 2 Talk to your child about the following advice. Avoid places that are secluded. Go where …
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… for Caregivers to Avoid Infection On this page: Overview Related Information Overview HIV is present in … water, insects, animals, dishes, or toilet seats. The following preventive steps can eliminate your risk of getting … injecting medicine or must test his or her own blood (for diabetes). Do not put caps back on needles by hand. When …
