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… their first bowel movement. After giving birth, your bowels are often sluggish. This is due to stretched … and the side effects of some pain medications. Most new mothers will have a bowel movement within two to three days … with a cool, clean, wet pad is comforting when you have your first bowel movement. Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids are …
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… one. An appointment may not be necessary. Do not take another dose of the medicine until you have spoken to your doctor. If you are taking a non-prescription medicine, … the medicine. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… are: Antibiotics. Birth control pills. Hormone therapy. Chemotherapy for cancer. Vaginal sprays, douches, and … with a vaginal cream, tablet, or suppository. If you think your vaginal symptoms may be caused by a medicine: Call the … the medicine. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… tailbone (coccyx) can occur when you slip or fall and hit your tailbone (impact injury). The most common symptom of a … chance of developing an infection when the skin over your tailbone is cut, scraped, or punctured after an injury. … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… some gentle massage for relaxation and pain relief. Talk to your doctor before you try either heat or cold during chemotherapy or radiation treatments. Be careful when using heat … blood flow. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… problem, you may leak a large amount of urine that can soak your clothes or run down your legs. Urge incontinence is caused by bladder muscles … in Men Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… sclerosis (MS) , the doctor will collect information about your symptoms. The kinds of symptoms, as well as how and … places, and current events. The doctor can usually judge your emotional condition during the examination by paying … sensation. Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… lifted slightly with a finger or instrument inserted into your vagina while the bladder stress is applied. This checks … sensation may occur when the catheter is inserted. If your bladder is already full, using the catheter is not … medicines. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Exercise Being active helps promote weight loss, improves your energy level, and can help you relieve stress . Follow … ways to begin an exercise program. Gradually build up your time and intensity. Wear a supportive bra. Not all … registered dietitian, or your doctor about a safe and healthy diet. Breastfeeding Fitness: …
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… or take a break from any activity that may be causing your pain or soreness. Ice. Apply an ice or cold pack right … or swelling in the area below the bandage. Talk to your doctor if you think you need to use a wrap for longer … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …