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… Milestones for a 1-Year-Old On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Children usually progress in a natural, … and objects still exist even when they are out of sight. For example, if your child watches you cover a teddy bear …
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… Milestones for an 18-Month-Old Child On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Children usually progress in a natural, … development) Most children by 18 months of age: Have formed a sense of self, the ability to see themselves as …
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… Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins On this page: Treatment Overview What To … veins . Laser heat damages a vein, which makes scar tissue form. This scar tissue closes the vein. A closed vein loses … is closed. Why It Is Done Simple laser treatment is done for small spider veins and tiny varicose veins. This is …
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… Cryosurgery for Prostate Cancer On this page: Treatment Overview Related Information Treatment Overview Cryosurgery uses extreme cold … may be used to treat early prostate cancer. It's an option for those who can't have radiation therapy or a more …
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… Growth Modification for Malocclusion On this page: Treatment Overview Related Information Treatment Overview Growth modification (early … or third grade are finished with orthodontic treatment before they start high school. Children are often more …
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… Extracting Teeth for Malocclusion Treatment On this page: Related Information Serial extraction is the carefully … selective removal of baby ( primary ) teeth to create room for incoming permanent ( secondary ) teeth. Dentists or …
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… Blood Transfusions for Sickle Cell Disease On this page: Treatment Overview … person (the donor). The donated blood is carefully screened for diseases before it is used. Before receiving a blood transfusion, the …
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… Insemination for Infertility On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Insemination procedures can be used to … the chances of conception. Don't require surgery. Related Information Fertility Problems: Should I Be Tested? …
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… Breathing Techniques for Childbirth On this page: Overview Related Information Overview As your due date draws nearer, learn and practice controlled breathing techniques for pain management during childbirth. Concentrating on your …
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… Orthotics for Foot Problems On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Orthotic shoe devices are moulded pieces … from too much pounding. A wide range of orthotics are used for different foot problems. Doctors don't always agree …
