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… riding a stationary bicycle for 5 to 10 minutes. Warming up your muscles reduces the risk of injury. Make stretching part of your warm-up before the activity and your cool-down after the activity. Stretching can help you …
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… How is it diagnosed? To diagnose myofascial pain syndrome, your doctor will ask if you have had a recent injury or do any repetitive activities. Your doctor will also ask where the pain is, how long you … other symptoms. You will also have a physical examination. Your doctor will press on different areas to see if the …
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… You can benefit from physical activity even if you think of yourself as "elderly" or you already have conditions such as … first step—and make that first step a small one. Talk with your doctor if you're worried about how exercise might affect your health. If you're already active, ask your doctor if …
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… the symptoms? Symptoms of vaginitis may include a change in your normal vaginal discharge (including grey, green, or … pain or bleeding when you have sex. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will check your vagina for redness and swelling and will take a sample …
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… from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home … . What does home isolation mean? Remain in your home and avoid contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty …
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… is done through a cut (incision) the doctor makes in your lower belly. Sometimes it can be done as laparoscopic … or scope, and other surgical tools through small cuts in your lower belly. The doctor is able to see your organs with the scope. If you have a cystectomy, your …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … During pregnancy, this vaccine should be taken only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your … During pregnancy, this vaccine should be taken only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your …
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… is a measurement of how dense and strong the bones are. If your bone density is low compared to normal peak density, … peak bone density at about 30 years of age. The thicker your bones are at about age 30, the longer it takes to … footnote 1 Osteoporosis Canada recommends that you and your doctor check your fracture risk using a tool such as …
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… Wear shoes that fit properly. You should be able to wiggle your toes in your shoes while you are sitting and when you are standing. The inner seams of your shoes should not rub against areas of your feet. Stop …
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… for coronary artery disease. Being overweight increases your chances of having risk factors for the disease. These … weight and staying at a healthy weight can help lower your risk for coronary artery disease. Weight loss often … help control diabetes. If you have coronary artery disease, your doctor will likely suggest staying at a healthy weight …