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… malocclusion is severe, it can even cause problems with eating or speaking. What causes it? Malocclusion is usually … an orthodontist. An orthodontist will: Ask questions about your or your child's past health. Check the mouth and teeth. … So the first step in treatment may be to remove some baby teeth to make room for the permanent teeth to grow in. …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … not be used during pregnancy since it may harm an unborn baby. Consult the manufacturer's package or the hospital/occupational safety guidelines for details. Side Effects Chest soreness may …
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… heel pain. The plantar fascia is the ligament that connects your heel bone to your toes. If you strain your plantar … time for the pain to go away completely. It may take a few months to a year. When to Call a Doctor Call your doctor now … ice isn't helping after 2 or 3 days, try heat, such as a heating pad set on low. Use a contrast bath . With this bath, …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … recoveries. The vaccine is recommended for children 12 months and older and adults who have not had chickenpox or … pregnancy. There is some risk that it may harm an unborn baby. If you have been vaccinated with varicella virus …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … life. If you are pregnant or want to get pregnant within 6 months of treatment, or if you are breastfeeding, you cannot …
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… A vaccine? The hepatitis A vaccine is given to those 6 months of age and older. Usually 2 doses are given at least … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment … with an infected person, by drinking contaminated water, or eating raw or under-cooked shellfish contaminated with …
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… may smell different than they used to. How can it affect your life? The sense of smell is closely tied to the sense … likely have trouble tasting food. This could lead to not eating enough and losing weight. You also may not get the … likely have trouble tasting food. This could lead to not eating enough and losing weight. You also may not get the …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … the insect(s) that cause your allergies. After about 4 to 6 months of weekly shots, you will get regular maintenance … monthly shots depends on the type of insect sting you are treating. If you have had a severe allergic reaction, allergy …
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… that may be used to hold the edges of a small cut together. Your doctor may apply a skin adhesive instead of stitching … on how to care for your cut. In general, follow these guidelines to care for your cut. Leave the skin adhesive on … on how to care for your cut. In general, follow these guidelines to care for your cut. Leave the skin adhesive on …
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… energy, called chi (say "chee"), flows through and around your body along pathways called meridians. Acupuncturists … has a certain level of training and follows certain guidelines. But there are still a few provinces and … has a certain level of training and follows certain guidelines. But there are still a few provinces and …
