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… Neck Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay …
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… Young People Why Some Young People Use Alcohol and Drugs Is Your Child Using Alcohol or Drugs? Finding the Right Care for Your Child Prevention Strategies Related … had, and how he or she feels about substance use. Listen carefully to what your child liked about using the substance …
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… is postpartum? During the first weeks after giving birth, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. … bleeding and afterpains as your uterus shrinks. How can you care for yourself? It is easy to get too tired and … discomfort and swelling. Placing ice packs on your breasts, taking a hot shower, or using warm compresses may relieve …
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… risk for heart disease , high blood pressure , type 2 diabetes , or high cholesterol later in life. Poor eating … D supplement. When your baby is no longer breastfeeding or taking formula, your doctor may recommend a vitamin D … food-related problems, including eating disorders . Primary care pediatricians , who may have special training and …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is lumbar … lumbar spinal stenosis by asking about the history of your symptoms, doing a physical examination, and using … treated? Treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis includes taking medicine for pain and getting physiotherapy. Exercise …
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… for breastfeeding moms Last updated October 1, 2019 Taking medicine or herbal products while you're … rule, don't take anything unless you know it's safe for your baby. Some medications - including common pain … death. If you need pain medication, discuss with your healthcare provider about taking something that doesn’t have …
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… Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Treatment Overview Self-Care What are warts? … contact with a human papillomavirus (HPV) . You can infect yourself again by touching the wart and then touching … A plantar wart becomes too painful to walk on. You have diabetes or peripheral arterial disease and you need …
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… a walking aid can help you be more safe and independent in your daily activities. Almost everyone has used a walking … using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down at your feet. Clear away small rugs, cords, or anything else that could cause you to trip, slip, or fall. Be very careful around pets and small children. They can be …
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… Overview Normal changes occur in your feet as you age. Feet tend to spread, possibly causing shoe … brittle. Medical conditions such as obesity , arthritis , diabetes , and poor circulation (in either the veins or …
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… during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are … deep breathing, meditation, yoga, going for walks or taking part in other physical activities, having a warm … . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some pregnant women and people find it hard to …
