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… If schistosome larvae are present in a body of water and you are in that water (swimming or wading) there is a chance that one or more larvae will burrow under your skin. Since the larvae cannot survive in humans they … larvae get on to your skin, and how sensitive you are to them. Symptoms tend to be worse after repeat exposure. As …
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… . The adenoids are above the tonsils and behind the nose. Your doctor will do the surgery through your mouth. You will be asleep. Most people go home that … used to treat snoring in children. What To Expect You may need to be watched closely after surgery. Your care team …
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… back or the pelvic muscles that are involved in urination. You may be able to provide electrical stimulation therapy at … Timing and duration of therapy varies. For example, your treatment may consist of 12 weeks during which you have … exercises, which strengthen the muscles by contracting them frequently. The stimulation may also encourage the …
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… to 1 Month On this page: If your baby is born with Down syndrome , you will likely have many questions and strong emotions. … your feelings and plan for your child's long-term care needs. Your doctor will talk to you about various issues …
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… arthroscope to do surgery on the joint. This prevents the need for more incisions. This technique is used to diagnose … upon the type of procedure. What To Expect After surgery, you may start physiotherapy within 48 hours. This will help you to maintain movement and prevent scar tissue from …
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… updated August 14, 2013 Healthy babies will take what they need, as long as you respond to their feeding cues. Learn what those cues are … newborn VIDEO: Admission to postpartum - keeping your baby skin-to-skin VIDEO: Baby's feeding cues and …
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… Primary care in your community Last updated November 25, 2024 Overview Image … to develop local healthcare solutions to meet the unique needs of their community. PCNs link family practices and … Indigenous and community providers and others. Find your Primary Care Network Search by city, town or health …
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… Ending a pregnancy Last updated June 1, 2021 Overview You may need to end a pregnancy for personal or medical reasons. … resources about abortion are available to people in B.C. If you have questions about pregnancy options, procedures and …
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… On this page: Overview Overview When you have asthma, it's important to know the symptoms of … Follow your asthma action plan to know what to do. When you have trouble breathing, your symptoms may be mild, …
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… Safe and responsible use Talking about substance use with your family Cannabis for medical purposes Laws and … on the use of non-medical cannabis in British Columbia For your information Common questions about cannabis Non-medical … Centre on Substance Use and Addiction: 7 Things You Need to Know about Edible Cannabis Government of Canada: …
