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… know what type of well you are connected to please contact your local health authority. If you own a well that supplies … ). You should contact your local health authority for further information ( … (eg. a private household) you are responsible for testing your water to determine if it is safe for you and your …
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… These tests measure electrical activity that occurs in your eye when you look at something. Electrophysiology … problems of the retina. A full-field ERG can check how well your entire retina is working. A multifocal ERG (mfERG) … special to prepare for the tests. Follow any instructions your doctor gives you about what to do before your test. For …
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… the genitals, which are the penis, scrotum, and testicles. Your doctor will feel the organs and check them for lumps, … do anything special to prepare for an examination done by your doctor. But for comfort, you may want to empty your bladder ahead of time. You will be asked to undress and …
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… all the time, not just when you have back pain. Keep your back in the neutral position—not too curved and not too … breaks to stretch and restore the neutral position of your back. When lifting, lift with your legs, not your back. See a picture of proper lifting …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Talk to your doctor before you take any prescription or … breastfeeding. That's because some medicines can affect your breast milk. Many medicines are safe to use when you … pseudoephedrine (such as Sudafed). But these can reduce your milk supply and make your baby irritable. Experts …
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… at some point during pregnancy. As the size and weight of your growing belly place more strain on your back, you may notice your posture changing. To protect your back from poor posture, … place more strain on your back, you may notice your posture changing. To protect your back from poor posture, …
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… from 9-12 months Last updated August 5, 2013 Watching your nine to 12 month old problem solve is fascinating - a … that things fall when dropped Match shapes. For example, your baby may place a cube in a matching square hole Play and activity As your baby's cognitive skills develop and flourish, be sure …
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… may have hypoglycemic unawareness if you: Can't feel when your blood sugar is low. Have had low blood sugar many … Sometimes you can regain some ability to feel that your blood sugar is low. To do this, you need to avoid … low blood sugar levels for a few weeks. This helps teach your body how to react to low blood sugar again with warning …
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… normal, it may be a sign of a poor diet (malnutrition). Your doctor may use the results of this test to make changes in your diet. He or she also may use the results to see how … fluids are working. Other health problems also may cause your levels to drop. You may need another blood test to be …
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… On this page: Overview Overview During your adolescent's routine checkup, most doctors: Check your child's height and weight, body mass index , blood pressure, vision, and hearing. Listen to your child's heart and lungs. Also, the doctor will feel the …
