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… Overview During the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy, you may notice times when your belly tightens and becomes firm to the touch and then … contractions. Think of them as "warm-up" exercises for your uterus. These contractions may be so mild that you …
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… Cluster headaches are severe headaches on one side of your head that happen in groups, or "clusters." They usually … headaches can be so painful that you are not able to follow your normal routine or do your usual activities. The pain is often called the worst …
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… substance called a tracer is injected into a vein in your arm. The tracer travels through your bloodstream and into your bones. Then a special camera takes pictures of the …
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… Overview It can be hard to know if your child is having a mild, moderate, or severe asthma … quickly. If your child does not improve soon after treating an attack, talk with a doctor. During attacks, stay … quickly. If your child does not improve soon after treating an attack, talk with a doctor. During attacks, stay …
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… disabling if you wear shoes with a wide toe box that gives your toes and the ball of your foot more room. Try to wear shoes that: Have low heels. … There should be about 1.3 cm (0.5 in.) of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. You should be able …
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… uses medicines that make you unconscious. It affects your whole body. When it's used, you will be unaware. You … and right after the procedure. It also affects many of your body's normal functions, such as those that control breathing. So you will be watched closely. Your body's functions will get support to keep you safe. How …
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… cancer cells. The doctor will put a thin, lighted tool into your urethra. This tool is called a cystoscope or scope. The … of the body. The doctor will gently guide the scope into your bladder. Your bladder will then be filled with fluid. This stretches …
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… with alcohol. Before you drink, consider a few things: Is your diabetes well controlled? Do you know how drinking … high blood pressure, nerve damage, or eye problems from your diabetes? If you take insulin or another medicine for … low blood sugar levels. Too much alcohol can also affect your ability to know your blood sugar is low and to treat …
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… correctly. If it isn't used the right way, it could hurt your nipples or your baby may not get enough milk. The following signs mean you are using the shield correctly: You feel your milk let down. You can see milk in the shield and hear …
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… muscles, which support the back and help you lift with your legs. Lie flat on your stomach with your arms at your sides. Slowly tighten your buttocks …
