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… middle sections of the gastrointestinal tract . The test uses barium contrast material , fluoroscopy , and X-ray . … The barium is often combined with gas-making crystals. Your doctor watches the barium move through your esophagus, … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… disease isn't always severe, but it may affect many of your daily activities. To help control tremor in your hand or arm when you are trying to use the hand, press the affected elbow against your body to … Disease Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… Overview Tooth decay and cavities are caused by bacteria eating away the outer protective layer … prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child to brush and floss every day. Clean your baby's …
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… on blood from animals or people. Bedbugs have that name because they like to hide in bedding and mattresses. Bedbugs … Because bedbugs hide in small crevices, they can come into your house on luggage, furniture, clothing, pillows, boxes, … your house. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… in the lungs. It is common in infants and is the leading cause of serious lower respiratory illness. What causes it? … include runny nose, cough, and fever. After a few days, your child may experience shortness of breath and/or … Infection Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… tiny tube that puts pain medicine directly into the area in your back around your spinal cord. This area is called the epidural space. An epidural can be used during childbirth to partly or fully numb the lower … (VBAC) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… side effects such as pain, shortness of breath, or nausea. Managing pain Managing pain is not easy. But it is essential to your quality of life. For example, pain can make you feel … or jerking. Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… consider treatment to prevent future infections. One option used a lot in the past is long-term oral antibiotic … is another option for treating repeat ear infections. If your child has fluid buildup without infection, you may try … 11 and Younger Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… is actinic keratosis? Actinic keratosis is a skin growth caused by sun damage. It can turn into skin cancer, but this … most common on the scalp, face, neck, hands, and forearms. Your doctor can remove these growths by freezing or scraping … Skin Changes Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… of tissue from the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of your uterus. It opens into your vagina. There are a few ways the doctor can remove the tissue. One way is to use a surgical knife called a scalpel. Another way is to use … delivery. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
