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… (Paget's disease). This medication helps to reduce bone pain and may prevent long-term complications from this disease. Risedronate works by slowing bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce … start using risedronate and each time you get a refill. Follow the instructions very closely to make sure you absorb as …
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… with very little pressure, then squeeze harder. Work on the back of the neck. Have your friend lean their head forward. … circles at the base of the skull. Gently squeeze the entire back of the neck. Bring your friend's head up to its normal … joints. Repeat this movement 4 or 5 times. Knead the upper back and shoulders. Place one hand on each shoulder. Work …
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… your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Do not increase … stools vomit that looks like coffee grounds seizures eye pain/swelling/redness widened pupils vision changes (such as …
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… age. If your child's BMI pattern has suddenly jumped from a lower range to a higher range on the growth chart, your … in sports), may have a high BMI but have normal or even lower-than-normal amounts of body fat. If your child's BMI … juices, and fruit-flavoured drinks. For some kids, cutting back on sugary drinks makes a big difference in balancing …
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… three ways to clear your lungs: Postural drainage Chest and back percussion Controlled coughing Ways to clear your lungs … to do it after you use your inhaler or other medicine. Follow these steps for controlled coughing. Sit on the edge of … on the floor. Lean forward a little, and relax. Breathe in slowly through your nose, and fold your arms over your belly. …
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… may talk loudly or shout for a few seconds and then fall back asleep. You may not be able to understand what your … are dreaming. It may take some time for your child to go back to sleep. Children usually remember a nightmare, but … don't want comfort from parents. They usually will fall back asleep when it's over, and they won't remember the …
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… into muscle and bone. These problems are hard to treat and slow to heal. When pressure injuries don't heal well, they … injuries usually occur over bony areas, such as the hips, lower back, elbows, heels, and shoulders. They can also occur in …
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… safe. These include taking precautions like wearing low-heeled shoes that fit well and keeping walkways clear of … can reduce your risk of injury when you have vertigo by following these suggestions. Avoid driving. Avoid working at heights. Wear shoes with low heels and non-slip soles. Keep your shoes tied. Alert …
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… the clear thin covering over the sclera. This new opening allows fluid ( aqueous humour ) to drain out of the eye, … there is mild discomfort after a trabeculectomy. Severe pain may be a sign of complications. If you have severe pain … surgery (common). Continued changes in the nerve at the back of the eye related to glaucoma. Infection. Droopy …
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… of a burn or scald for young children? Hospitalization for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure … and splints that have to be worn for up to two years following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight scarred skin … counter Turn pot handles inward on the stove and cook on back elements whenever possible Place young children in a …
