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… Boric Acid for Vaginal Yeast Infection On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Some experts recommend boric … the vagina (vaginal suppositories) as a treatment option for vaginal yeast infections , particularly infections that …
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… Infertility Treatment for Women With PCOS On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Women with polycystic ovary … used to stimulate ovulation. But medicine doesn't work for some women who have PCOS. This is because many body …
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… Hormone Treatment for Breast Cancer On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Some breast cancers need the hormones … the cancer cells. Types of hormone treatment Medicines used for hormone treatment include: Selective estrogen receptor …
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… Appointment for a New Problem On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in Section 1 before your appointment. Complete section 2 at the end of your …
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… Your Child Using Alcohol or Drugs? Finding the Right Care for Your Child Prevention Strategies Related Information For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other …
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… Care for a Skin Wound On this page: Getting Started Related Information Getting Started Skin wounds, including animal or … and to promote healing. You may be able to do this yourself for minor wounds. You'll have to stop any bleeding, clean …
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… Fitness: Walking for Wellness Actionset Overview Setting an easy daily or weekly goal can motivate you to walk for your health. Experts recommend at least 2½ hours of … affect your health. Start with an easy short-term goal. For example, walk for 5 or 10 minutes every day. Or increase …
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… Surgery for an Achilles Tendon Rupture On this page: Surgery … together through the incision(s). Surgery may be delayed for about a week after the rupture. This delay lets the … will likely wear a cast, walking boot, or similar device for 6 to 12 weeks. At first, the cast or boot is positioned …
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… arch, in turn reducing stress on the ligament. Exercises for plantar fasciitis—when combined with other steps such as … relievers—usually succeed in relieving heel pain. Exercises for plantar fasciitis may be especially helpful for reducing heel pain when you first get out of bed. If you …
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… Using Ergonomics to Prevent Injury Self-Care Where to Go for Help Related Information Overview What is ergonomics? Ergonomics (say … be ergonomic? Office ergonomics can help you be more comfortable at work. It can help lower stress and injury caused …