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… yet. Schedule regular checkups to see if the curve is getting worse. Children may wear a brace to keep the curve from getting worse. Key points to remember Mild curves are … The spinal curve could get worse. If the curve gets bad enough, it could affect your child's breathing and heart. …
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… of becoming infected is very small. What are my chances of getting infected with MRSA? If you are healthy your chances … warm water and soap (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song). Use a paper towel to dry your …
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… other medicines. Drinking too much alcohol. Smoking. Not getting enough calcium and vitamin D. Being inactive due to being in … and limit how much alcohol you drink. Learn more Fitness: Getting and Staying Active Healthy Eating: Taking Calcium …
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… Beta globulin proteins help carry substances, such as iron, through the bloodstream and help fight infection. … disease High beta globulin: Very high cholesterol; low iron (iron-deficiency anemia) High gamma globulin: Inflammation; …
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… the night or wake up too early the next morning. Without enough sleep, you may feel sleepy during the day. This can … may include: Going to bed at the same time each night and getting up at the same time each morning. Not eating too much or drinking alcohol before bed. Not getting too much caffeine from drinks or foods. You'll …
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… usually come in when a person is 17 to 21 years old—old enough to have gained some "wisdom." Some people have their … damage to your nearby teeth, jaw, and bones. Your risk of getting cavities and gum disease in the back of your mouth … that you understood Key concepts that may need review Getting ready to act   Patient choices What matters to you   …
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… Overview Supportive Care Self-Care Complementary Treatments Getting Support What is … From Chemotherapy What Increases Your Risk Your risk of getting pancreatic cancer is higher if you: Smoke. Are very … prescribes when over-the-counter medicines don't work well enough to relieve pain. Nerve blocks are injections of …
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… bowels commonly move more slowly when you're pregnant. And iron in prenatal vitamins also can cause constipation during … of stool. Diarrhea medicines (such as Pepto-Bismol) and iron tablets can make the stool black. Eating lots of beets … bowels commonly move more slowly when you're pregnant. And iron in prenatal vitamins also can cause constipation during …
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… your baby is 9 to 12 months of age and eating a variety of iron-rich foods) in a cup or bottle. Do this before you … your baby is 9 to 12 months of age and eating a variety of iron-rich foods) in a cup or bottle. Do this before you …
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… Mild Mild dehydration Are you having trouble drinking enough to replace the fluids you've lost? Little sips of … 4: Mild pain Mild pain Has the pain: Gotten worse? Pain is getting worse Stayed about the same (not better or worse)? … of stool . Diarrhea medicines (such as Pepto-Bismol) and iron tablets can make the stool black. Eating lots of beets …