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… Cuts: When Stitches Are Needed On this page: Overview Overview It is important … (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 hours after the injury. Some wounds that require treatment can be closed as long as 24 hours after the injury. Wash the wound well and stop the bleeding, then …
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… Heartburn During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Heartburn is … or aspirin. Take steps to sleep more comfortably. Raise the head of your bed 15 cm (6 in.) to 20 cm (8 in.). Put the bed frame on blocks. Or place a foam wedge under the head of your mattress. (Adding extra pillows doesn't work.) …
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… Vitrectomy On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … surgery. What To Expect At home, you may need to keep your head in a certain position for a while. This helps the gas … recovery easier for people who have trouble keeping their head in the proper position. How Well It Works Vitrectomy …
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… Idiopathic Arthritis: Range-of-Motion Exercises On this page: Overview Overview Children with … range and flexibility. If your child is 4 years old or younger, an adult will need to move the child's joints … need adult supervision. Children need support and encouragement from the family to continue exercises. Also, …
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… a child is coughing and able to talk, stay calm and encourage them to cough the object or food out. However, you … when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway blockage. What are common causes of choking in children? Foods: … Teach older children not to give food or small toys to younger children Discourage children from tossing food and …
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… Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby On this page: Overview Overview When … and drinking. Can sit alone or with support. Has good head and neck control. Is able to hold small objects, such … and drinking. Can sit alone or with support. Has good head and neck control. Is able to hold small objects, such …
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… Stress Relief and Relaxation On this page: Overview Overview Stress is a fact … the elbows, and tense your biceps. Shoulders: Shrug them. Head and neck Forehead: Wrinkle it into a deep frown. Around the eyes and …
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… Thyroid Scan On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is … body. For this test, you will lie on your back with your head tipped backward and your neck extended. It is important … thyroid cancer scan, the camera will scan your body from head to toes. How long the test takes After you get the …
Medications
… Brinzolamide Suspension - Ophthalmic On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … each dose before putting your lenses back in. Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to … problems liver disease If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye surgery, check with your doctor about …
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… Bimatoprost Solution - Ophthalmic On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … each dose before putting your lenses back in. Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to … lens extraction/aphakia) If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye surgery, check with your doctor about …
