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… Neuropathy On this page: Related Information What is peripheral neuropathy? … common cause is diabetes. Having your blood sugar too high for too long a time can damage the nerves. Other problems … Arsenic and certain medicines, such as those used for chemotherapy , can damage nerves. What are the symptoms? …
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… Breastfeeding: Sore Nipples On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Pain during breastfeeding is a sign of a … modified lanolin or other specially formulated ointments or creams made with hypoallergenic ingredients (such as … that have plastic liners. Most general-purpose lotions and creams. These are not recommended because their properties …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Young children are … This will make sure that the tool asks the right questions for you. Are you having trouble breathing (more than a …
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… Cryosurgery for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview … the procedure, keep the wound clean and dry. A scab will form over the area. Why It Is Done Cryosurgery is done to … to remove a skin cancer. Cryosurgery is used more often for precancerous growths such as actinic keratoses than for
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… Nerve Stimulation for Epilepsy On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect … It Works Risks Treatment Overview Nerve stimulator devices for epilepsy send electrical signals to the brain to prevent … along with other treatment. It doesn't get rid of the need for medicine. But it can help reduce the risk of …
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… to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so … and oophorectomy. Don't use ET. Try other treatment for menopause symptoms and to prevent osteoporosis. Key … making until menopause . Without estrogen, you are at risk for weak bones later in life, which can lead to osteoporosis …
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… Medical Checkups for Adolescents On this page: Overview Related Information Overview During your adolescent's routine checkup, … of acne , and check for abnormal moles . Review and update immunizations . Other tests, such as blood tests, may be …
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… pregnancy habits Travel during pregnancy Getting help for perinatal depression Dental care during pregnancy … common concerns and find tips to help manage any discomfort:  Back pain during pregnancy Pregnancy: Changes in … and pregnancy Cancer during pregnancy Medicines and immunizations You may wonder if you can take medicines …
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… to Call a Doctor Treatment Overview Self-Care Related Information What are warts? Warts are skin … occur on the soles of the feet. They look like hard, thick patches of skin with dark specks. Multiple plantar warts can … to make walking more comfortable. You can buy moleskin patches at a drugstore. Try non-prescription medicines, such …
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… Functions and Sources On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Vitamins are divided into two categories. … it's found Thiamine (vitamin B1) Part of an enzyme needed for energy metabolism; important for nerve function. Found in all nutritious foods in …