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… for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69i Child Nutrition Series … is iron important for my child? Iron is a mineral that’s used to help make red blood cells and carry oxygen to all … sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron …
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… compounds build up in the nerve cells of the brain and cause damage. There are three forms of Tay-Sachs: Infantile … Infantile Tay-Sachs With infantile Tay-Sachs, a baby looks healthy at birth. A doctor may see a red spot on the child's … much Hex A the body makes. How is it diagnosed? If you or your doctor thinks that your child has Tay-Sachs disease, …
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… During coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, your surgeon will use a healthy blood vessel from another part of your body to …
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… Works Risks Treatment Overview Liposuction removes fat from your body using suction. During the procedure, small, thin, … a large volume of fat is being removed. Local anesthesia is used in some cases. And you may or may not be given a … having a large amount of fat removed, are obese , or have health problems, your risks go up. Possible complications …
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… Overview Cataract surgery helps you see better. It replaces your natural lens, which has become cloudy, with a clear … of surgery. The doctor makes a small cut in your eye and uses an ultrasound tool to break your cloudy lens apart. The … adults. FLACS may not be completely covered by provincial health plans, but it may be a better option in some cases. …
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… Test Overview A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast that is used to screen for breast cancer . Mammograms can find tumours that are too small for you or your doctor to feel. There are several types of mammograms . … Over time, exposure to radiation may cause cancer and other health problems. But in most cases, the risk of getting …
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… and lower third molars. These teeth are at the very back of your mouth. They are the last teeth to surface in the mouth. They are called wisdom teeth because they usually come in when a person is between 17 and 21 … in other parts of the body. People who have certain health conditions may need to take antibiotics before dental …
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… bends down toward the floor at the middle toe joint. This causes the middle toe joint to rise up. It usually affects the … but it may happen in the other toes too. If you notice that your toe looks odd or hurts, talk to your doctor. You may be … Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and past health and do a physical examination. Your doctor will want …
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… of muscles when they're at rest and when they're being used. Nerve conduction studies measure how well and how fast … much they are affected. These tests check to see how well your spinal nerves are working. They also check the nerves … it done. Tell your doctor ALL the medicines and natural health products you take. Some may increase the risk of …
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… It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Your esophagus is the tube that connects your throat to your … can find: A weak lower esophageal sphincter . This may cause reflux. Weak muscle contractions when you swallow. This … your results with you in relation to your symptoms and past health. Medical Tests: Questions to Ask …
