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… On this page: Overview Overview Helping your infant feel better Your infant (newborn to 12 months) is less likely to be … shot if he or she is not hungry or tired. You can also help your baby during and after the shot by providing gentle …
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… medicine. There are steps you can take to help you take your medicine as prescribed. Work with your doctor to: Find the right medicine or combination of … side effects and work well for you. Solve any problems with your medicine schedule. Your doctor may be able to change …
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… Menarche On this page: Overview Overview Your first menstrual period is called menarche (say … If you have cramps with your period, regular exercise, a heating pad, a warm bath, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory … If you have cramps with your period, regular exercise, a heating pad, a warm bath, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory …
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… or other injury. If you have a removable splint, follow your doctor's instructions and only remove the splint if your doctor says it's okay. Most splints can be adjusted. Your doctor will show you how to do this and will tell you …
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… plenty of rest and feels secure. Here are some ways to help your child. Have regular rest times for your child during the day. Ensure that your child gets adequate sleep at night. Have regular daily …
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… have only mild thinning that is noticeable only to them. Your doctor will be able to tell you whether hair loss is an expected side effect of your treatment. Hair loss from chemotherapy Chemotherapy can … Not all chemotherapy medicines cause hair loss. Talk to your doctor about what you can expect. Hair loss usually …
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… a back injury. Whether you have a strong back or have hurt your back before, it is well worth it to: Stop yourself before casually picking up a light or heavy load. Plan in your mind for the best way to lift what's in front of you. …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … this decision. Show which way you are leaning right now. Treating my warts NOT treating my warts Leaning toward Undecided Leaning toward What …
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… Health Decisions Overview Throughout your life you will have to make health decisions for … do? There are often several approaches to diagnosing and treating a health problem. And it's not always clear what … do? There are often several approaches to diagnosing and treating a health problem. And it's not always clear what …
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… are some things to think about. Employer support. Before your child is born, talk to your employer about your breastfeeding plans. Work out the details of where you …