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… Although sore or tender nipples are common during the first few days of breastfeeding, it should improve. Normal … or pain usually occurs for about a minute when the baby first latches on to the breast. Pain that is severe or … Pulling the baby's mouth away from the breast without first breaking the suction. The baby having a short frenulum …
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… plan to stop taking your medicine, talk with your doctor first about how to do it safely. You may need to stop slowly … doctor. There are many medicines for depression. If the first one you try doesn't work, a different one usually … keep you from getting depressed again. If this is not the first time you have been depressed, your doctor may want you …
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… start using the patch. Doctors usually recommend that the first patch be placed on the first day of your next menstrual period. If the patch is … start using the patch. Doctors usually recommend that the first patch be placed on the first day of your next …
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… off and on for many years. Secondary progressive . At first it follows a relapsing-remitting course. And then it … MS follows a relapsing-remitting course, at least at first. It involves a series of attacks that cause symptoms. … off and on for many years. Secondary progressive . At first it follows a relapsing-remitting course. And then it …
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… you are allergic to, you can begin to get the shots. At first, you will get weekly shots of small doses of venom and … rapidly increase your tolerance to an allergen. After the first shot, you must wait to see if you have a reaction to … you are allergic to, you can begin to get the shots. At first, you will get weekly shots of small doses of venom and …
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… can be cured or managed, your doctor may advise you to first try available treatments. If these don't work, then … to die comfortably at home with my family. I want to remain active as long as possible. I am willing to allow hospice … in my care. Marion, age 69 I was just 33 when I had my first heart attack. My heart disease has progressed in spite …
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… injuries are not caused by abuse. But bruises are often the first sign of possible abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a … injuries are not caused by abuse. But bruises are often the first sign of possible abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a …
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… Children who often vomit after eating during the first 2 years of life are more likely to have heartburn and … Children who often vomit after eating during the first 2 years of life are more likely to have heartburn and …