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… This is called sensitivity testing. Depending on what your stool is being tested for, you may only need to collect one stool sample. Or you may … Urinate before you collect the stool. That way, you won't get any urine in the stool sample. Do not urinate while you …
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… have only mild thinning that is noticeable only to them. Your doctor will be able to tell you whether hair loss is an expected side effect of your … a week for you to lose all the hair in the area you are getting radiation. Hair usually grows back within 3 to 6 …
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… Surgery Overview A kidney transplant is surgery to give you a healthy kidney from another person. The new kidney may come from someone you know. Or it may come from a stranger or a person who has … surgery. It will probably take about 4 weeks before you can get back to your job or usual activities. You'll have to …
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… Overview Managing the amount of carbohydrate (carbs) you eat is an important part of planning healthy meals when you have diabetes. Carbs raise blood sugar more than any other nutrient. Carbs are found in grains, starchy vegetables, fruits, and milk and yogurt. Carbs are also found …
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… contractions During the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy, you may notice times when your belly tightens and becomes … tend to last longer, become stronger, and occur closer together than Braxton Hicks contractions. If you are not sure …
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… toes. Daily cleaning can help prevent these problems. If you are helping someone with their daily cleaning, try to be … clean their groin area can be embarrassing for both of you. If you are calm and don't seem embarrassed, the person … and dry completely. Use a blow-dryer on a warm setting to get the area fully dry. If the person has had diarrhea, …
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… is not the same as vomiting. Spitting up usually stops as your baby grows. If your baby frequently spits up large amounts of milk or … to quit smoking Should I breastfeed if I am sick? If you get sick with a cold or flu, you should continue to …
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… of surgery redirects blood around a blocked blood vessel in your leg. So it may improve the blood flow in your leg. This can decrease leg pain, numbness, and … can be done while you are awake. If you are awake, you will get medicine to numb your leg and prevent pain. First, the …
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… surgery. It redirects blood around blocked blood vessels in your lower leg or foot. It is often done if you have pain. Or it may be done if you have foot sores … or foot. You will be asleep during the surgery. Or you will get medicine to numb your lower body and prevent pain. The …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … heart disease. If you notice any of the following symptoms, get medical help right away: symptoms of a heart attack …
