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… Meniscus Tear: Should I Have a Diagnostic Test (MRI or Arthroscopy)? Decision Point … avoided, because this option increases the risk for osteoarthritis in the knee. Other knee injuries, such as to the …
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… Healthy Habits to Prevent Osteoporosis On this page: Overview … doctor about taking a calcium plus vitamin D supplement. Osteoporosis Canada says Canadians can't get enough vitamin … Taking Calcium and Vitamin D Osteoporosis Osteoporosis: Should I Take Bisphosphonate Medicines? Adaptation …
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… Blood Transfusions: Should I Bank Blood Before Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to …
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… Breast Cancer: Should I Have Breast Reconstruction After a Mastectomy? Decision … health problems, such as heart disease or diabetes. These conditions increase your risk of serious problems after …
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… Conserving Energy When You Have COPD or Other Chronic Conditions On this page: Overview … the most on shelves that are at the level of your waist or shoulder. Bending down and reaching up can make you tired …
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… Osteoporosis Risk in Younger Women On this page: Topic … is made, and bones become thinner. You are more likely to have osteoporosis if you did not reach your ideal bone thickness …
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… Fertility Problems: Should I Have a Tubal Procedure or In Vitro Fertilization? Decision … on whether you have other fertility problems or pelvic conditions. Talk to your doctor about their success rates …
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… Advance Care Planning: Should I Have Artificial Hydration and Nutrition? Decision Point You … nutrition can be helpful to people with short-term (acute) illnesses. But for some people facing a terminal illness, …
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… Kidney Stones: Should I Have Lithotripsy to Break Up the Stone? Decision Point You … used method because it works well and does not require surgery. You will probably not have lithotripsy if you are …
