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… the skin of the foot. It's the most common skin infection caused by a fungus. Athlete's foot can cause itching, peeling, … swimming pools or in locker rooms. The fungi then grow in your shoes, especially if your shoes are tight and air can't … Alternifolia) Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family …
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… It Is Done Overview You can use an intrauterine device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy for 2.5 to 10 years, depending on the type. Your doctor will remove your IUD after this time or if you … 29, 2022. Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… Overview Experts disagree about the use of heat after an injury. Some experts: Do not recommend … sooner than 48 hours after the injury. To avoid burning your skin, do not use anything that feels too warm. Think it … Ankle Injuries Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… sun during these hours, make sure to take care to protect yourself and your family. Physical sunscreens, such as zinc … from being exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays. They are useful for high-risk areas such as the nose, lips, and … Sunburn Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… On this page: Overview Overview If your child has a barking cough: Hold your child in a calming … Try rocking or distracting your child with a book or game. Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air. Don't use a hot … 11 and Younger Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… lengths at birth and grow at different rates. As you bathe your baby, check the length of his or her nails. Trim the … Your baby's nails can be clipped when he or she is asleep. Use the same precautions. General guidelines for nail care … and Injuries Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Test Overview An ultrasound is a type of imaging test that uses sound waves. It takes pictures of the organs and other structures in your body. It can be used in different areas such as the … be seen. Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads MD - …
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… replacement therapy (NRT) work equally well. But talk with your doctor about what products might be best for you and … go away after the first week or so. The patch is easy to use, because: You put it on once a day and forget it. You do … Smoking Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview An A1c test is a blood test that checks your average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 months. … or a hemoglobin A1c test. The A1c test is one of the tests used to diagnose prediabetes and diabetes. If you have … 15, 2018. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… imaging (MRI) is a test done with a large machine that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to … . For an MRI test, you are placed inside the magnet so that your belly is inside the strong magnetic field. MRI can find … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
