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… Gastric Sleeve Surgery On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks … with weight loss. The surgery limits the amount of food your stomach can hold. This can help you eat less and feel … are called incisions. The doctor will place small surgical tools and a camera, called a laparoscope, through the …
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… Crying, Age 3 and Younger On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … type of cry. It helps to go through a mental checklist of what might be wrong and to make sure that your child is safe … episode that occurs when the child is trying to pass a stool normally will stop when the stool is passed. Diaper …
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… Check-ups and tests in the first trimester Last updated September 19, 2024 On this page: What to expect Medical care during your first trimester Prenatal genetic screening Keep in mind …
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… Speech and Language Development On this page: Overview What You Can Expect Common Concerns Routine Checkups When to … Skills at Home Overview What is speech and language development? Speech and language … 6, most children learn the basics. Try to talk and read to your child often to boost these skills. Speech is making the …
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… Functional Ovarian Cysts On this page: What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Exams and Tests Treatment …
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… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? Exposure to … Vacuum with a HEPA vacuum cleaner. Wash your hands, face, tools and your personal protective equipment once your work …
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… Surgery for Gallstones On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks … small cuts (incisions) in the belly. The surgeon inflates your belly with air or carbon dioxide in order to see … uses a video monitor as a guide while inserting surgical tools into the other incisions to remove your gallbladder. …
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… Parent Self-Care Overview What can you expect from your child at this age? Children in this age range are … against harmful disease. Be sure all visitors are up-to-date with their vaccines. Avoid germs and people who are …
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… Diverticulitis On this page: Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to Call Examinations … others do not. In most cases, a diet with good fibre makes stool that is bulky and can move easily through the colon. A …
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… Colostomy On this page: Surgery Overview How It Is Done What To Expect Why It Is Done Risks Surgery Overview A … lighted tube (laparoscope, or scope) and special surgical tools through the incisions. The doctor is able to use the scope to see your organs and do the surgery. The type of surgery you have …