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… after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, … Clean and disinfect areas that could have blood on them using a fresh solution of household bleach. Make a bleach … for at least 10 minutes before wiping it up Breast or chestfeeding is safe, unless the nipple or areola is cracked or …
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… a mental health problem. This can make people treat you and your family differently. This is called stigma—when others … that can be treated. Think that a mental health problem is "your own fault" or that you can "get over it." Are afraid … mental health problem. You may not want an employer or even your friends to know. This is called "self-stigma," and it …
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… is that you have to be patient. If you keep track of your numbers, you will see them slowly going down. That is … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… Test Overview Lung function tests check to see how well your lungs work. The tests can find lung problems, measure … a lung disease is working. The tests look at: How much air your lungs can hold. How quickly you can move air in and out … how your airways respond to substances that may be causing asthma or wheezing. These tests are also called …
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… If there is bleeding, do the following: If available, wash your hands with soap and water and put on disposable gloves. … plastic bags, or the cleanest material available between your hands and the wound. Have the injured person lie down … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… with weight loss. The surgery limits the amount of food your stomach can hold. This can help you eat less and feel … the incisions. The doctor will separate the upper part of your stomach from the rest of your stomach. This forms a small pouch. The pouch will hold …
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… A health professional inserts a needle into a vein in your arm and removes about 500 mL (17 fl oz) of blood. The … you sit or lie down. During the procedure, they monitor your blood pressure and pulse. What To Expect Some people … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Gas (flatus) is made in the stomach and intestines as your body breaks down food into energy. All people pass gas, … I prevent it? You may be able to prevent gas by changing your eating and drinking habits. Examples of gas-producing … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… guidelines will help you determine the severity of your vaginal bleeding. Severe bleeding means you are soaking through your usual pads or tampons each hour for 2 or more hours. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… other types of heart failure, the end result is the same: Your heart isn't supplying enough blood to meet your body's needs. High-output heart failure results in the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …