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… If your thyroid hormone level does not go down after 6 months, you may need another dose of radioactive iodine. If … radioactive iodine, it may take from several weeks to many months for your body to get rid of any remaining cancer … If your thyroid hormone level does not go down after 6 months, you may need another dose of radioactive iodine. If …
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… then it can leave you feeling tired and weak for weeks or months. Mono goes away on its own, but rest and good … for mono. You can pass EBV to others for several weeks or months during and after the time you are first infected with … then it can leave you feeling tired and weak for weeks or months. Mono goes away on its own, but rest and good …
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… overnight, and usually gets better on its own within a few months. Bell's palsy is not the result of a stroke or a … palsy recover completely, without treatment, in 3 to 6 months. This is especially true for people who can still … overnight, and usually gets better on its own within a few months. Bell's palsy is not the result of a stroke or a …
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… surgery. Running or jumping is restricted for at least 3 months after surgery. Why It Is Done Surgery may be … treatment. You have had symptoms for at least 6 to 12 months. You are an athlete and symptoms are affecting your … surgery. Running or jumping is restricted for at least 3 months after surgery. Why It Is Done Surgery may be …
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… some infections, signs of illness may not appear for many months. How is it diagnosed? The doctor will ask you … 10% or less DEET is safe to use with children older than 6 months. Read and follow all instructions on the label. Use … some infections, signs of illness may not appear for many months. How is it diagnosed? The doctor will ask you …
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… repair was. You'll be taught strengthening exercises a few months after surgery. You'll start with light weights and … arthritis. The rotator cuff has not improved with several months of conservative non-surgical treatment alone (such as … repair was. You'll be taught strengthening exercises a few months after surgery. You'll start with light weights and …
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… towels, and clothing. The fungi can survive for several months on people, animals, and personal items. Children are … towels, and clothing. The fungi can survive for several months on people, animals, and personal items. Children are …
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… and illnesses are more common or worse during the winter months. The holidays can also be a stressful time for many … Room (ER) in hospitals can be very busy during winter months. Prepare and learn when you or a family member may …
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… with back-to-school and a change in routine from the summer months. Planning meals and snacks ahead of time can help … detectors regularly and replace the batteries every 6 months. An easy way to remember this is to change the …
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… *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care … receive the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine beginning at 2 months of age. There is no need to delay getting immunized …