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… 11 to 14 Years Growth and Development, Ages 6 to 10 Years Medicines for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine Kathleen … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… pinched nerve (nerve entrapment) in or near the elbow can cause elbow pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness of the arm, … includes rest, stretching, taking anti-inflammatory medicines, and occasionally surgery. … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… Overview Some insect and spider bites or stings can cause flu-like symptoms to develop within hours of a bite or … sickness . Venom from insect stings or spider bites and medicines such as penicillin are common causes of serum … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD …
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… types of cardiomyopathies. And these types have different causes. Cardiomyopathy may occur as a result of damage to the … changes in the heart muscle. Treatment typically includes medicine and healthy lifestyle changes. … Electrophysiology E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney …
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… who are high achievers. Vocal cord dysfunction is often caused by post-nasal drainage or gastroesophageal reflux … heliox (a mixture of helium and oxygen), or an anti-anxiety medicine. Long-term treatments include psychotherapy and … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Elizabeth T. Russo …
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… before. His doctor told him that an over-the-counter pain medicine like ibuprofen (such as Advil) could probably take … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… birth control if you don't want to become pregnant. What causes it? Causes of primary amenorrhea include: Problems with … with normal ovulation ( polycystic ovary syndrome ). Medicines or medical treatment in childhood that may have … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Kathleen …
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… an egg and then reseals and fills with fluid. What causes them? A functional ovarian cyst is caused by slight … without treatment. Your doctor may suggest using heat and medicine to relieve minor pain. Surgery can remove a large … of a previous functional ovarian cyst. Current use of medicine to start ovulation. Use of low-dose progestin-only …
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… Test Overview A home lung function test uses a peak flow meter or a home spirometer to monitor and … how to read the results, talk with your doctor. If you use medicine to help with breathing (such as for asthma), talk … should wait to test your lung function after taking your medicine. You may need to wait a few hours after taking the …
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… or when it's hot or humid. Clear your lungs beforehand. Use your bronchodilator medicine before you have sex. This can improve your … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Ken Y. Yoneda MD - …