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… Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview An upper gastrointestinal (or GI) … she moves the scope. A doctor may do this procedure to look for ulcers, tumours, infection, or bleeding. It also can be used to look for signs of acid backing up into your esophagus. This is …
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… Ages 2 to 5 Years On this page: Overview Healthy Habits for Preventing Infection and Illness Safety Measures Around … Safety Measures Outside the Home Parent Self-Care Related Information Overview What can you expect from your … immunized. Be sure your child gets all needed vaccines (immunizations). These vaccines provide important protection …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Weakness and fatigue … or muscle strength. You feel like you need to use extra effort to move your arms, legs, or other muscles. General …
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… Radiation Treatment for Cancer On this page: Treatment Overview What to Expect … with your doctor before using any deodorants, lotions, or creams on the treated area. To care for your skin: Use … with your doctor before using any deodorants, lotions, or creams on the treated area. To care for your skin: Use …
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… Hysterectomy for Ovarian Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To … far the cancer has spread. It is also the initial treatment for the cancer. Having an experienced gynecologic oncologist … much experience treating ovarian cancer. footnote 1 Surgery for ovarian cancer usually includes: A hysterectomy , which …
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… Diabetes: Preparing for Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview If you have diabetes and are planning to … your medicine for diabetes, and your weight. Whether your immunizations are up-to-date and whether you're getting …
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… LASIK (Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis) for Nearsightedness On this page: Surgery Overview What To … flattens the cornea . It's the most common laser surgery for correcting nearsightedness (myopia) and astigmatism . … a lot. Recovery is usually quick, with only mild discomfort. You may return to your normal activities within a few …
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… valves and chambers. Your doctor may do this test to look for certain types of heart disease. Or it may be done to see … heart. You will be given medicine to make you sleepy and comfortable during the test. The doctor puts a small, flexible … from the throat spray wears off. Your throat may be sore for a few days after the test. Why It Is Done …
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… Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview Percutaneous liver biopsy is a … get medicine to help you relax. You will also get a shot of numbing medicine in the biopsy area. Then the doctor puts a … How It Feels You may feel a brief sting or burn when the numbing medicine (anesthetic) goes in your skin. When the …
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… Marine Toxins On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Marine toxins are chemicals and bacteria … needed. Treating poisoning There are no specific treatments for marine toxin poisoning. Treatment generally consists of … products do not have to meet the same standards as seafood for eating. Types of marine toxin poisoning Cooking does not …
