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… ready to pass head first through the birth canal. Sometimes a fetus is in a bottom-down, or breech , position as … any of these methods, especially when being treated for a medical condition, such as high blood pressure. Postural … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine Thomas …
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… your hands well with soap and water, if available. Put on medical gloves before applying pressure to the wound. If … and elevate the area for a full 15 minutes. Use a clock to time the 15 minutes. It can seem like a long time. Resist … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency …
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… of exercise and how much exercise will help you. Schedule time each day for a bowel movement. A daily routine may … Call your doctor or nurse advice line now or seek immediate medical care if: You have new or worse belly pain. You have … Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… at how much you spend on cigarettes over a period of time. But smoking costs even more when you consider the cost … you smoke, the more costs will add up from smoking-related medical problems such as lung cancer, heart disease, or … Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… may include measuring your stoma (the exposed section of intestine) and cutting the barrier to size. Care for your skin … ostomy, and continence nurses (WOCNs) are available in some medical centres to help you learn how to care for your … which you stimulate and flush the intestines at a regular time to control when you eliminate solid wastes. Note: If …
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… with peritoneal dialysis. You do it for a shorter amount of time and on fewer days each week than peritoneal dialysis. … to you? Your personal feelings are just as important as the medical facts. Think about what matters most to you in this … Summary Author Healthwise Staff Primary Medical Reviewer Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine …
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… store. Walk your dog for longer than usual. Then find times in your day when you can fit in a half hour of … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Donald … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & …
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… you sleep poorly, feel tired and irritable, and have a hard time being active or working. It may strain your … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Catherine D. Serio PhD - Behavioral Health … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Catherine D. Serio PhD - Behavioral Health & …
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… partner. Talk with your baby and say goodbye. Take your time. Don't let your baby go until you feel ready. Many … may think you don’t want them, but this could change over time. You might want to put them away for a while. Knowing … often react differently to losing a baby and the passage of time can be healing. You can both benefit from seeking …
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… (Make sure the person doesn't need to limit fluids for a medical reason.) Call the person's doctor if the rash … without help. In a calming voice, explain one step at a time what to do. A person who has more advanced dementia … Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Gayle …
