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… diaper wipe. Pat the area dry or allow it to air dry Do not use powder or cornstarch. A puff of powder near the face or … the foreskin back when cleaning the penis. Wash the area well and clean from front to back Before securing the … crusty patches, or is mainly in the skin creases, call your healthcare provider. Useful resources Diaper rash … Most …
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… this page: Getting Started Getting Started Living with a house full of people can be stressful under the best of … may be fewer social connections outside of the family, as well as disruptions to your family's normal routines. Here's … breaths. Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Lesley Ryan MD - Family …
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… example, some people look at how they eat, smoke, drink, or use a drug. Which days do you usually do this behaviour? On … how much does this behaviour affect your ability to be a good partner, parent, friend, or employee? Check in with … a change? Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… made of fibreglass, but plaster casts are still sometimes used. After a cast is on, you can't remove it yourself. Your … not stand or walk on it unless it is designed for walking. Swelling Your cast may feel snug for a few days after your … the arm, leg, or groin. Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: The cast is …
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… down, most people will recover quickly. The term doctors use for fainting is syncope (say "SING-kuh-pee"). Fainting … one time is usually nothing to worry about. But it is a good idea to see your doctor, because fainting could have a … to drive. Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… side of the heart is not pumping blood to the lungs as well as normal. Most people develop heart failure because of a problem with the left ventricle. But reduced … Failure Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… it too. It is sometimes called slapped-cheek disease because of the rash that some people get on the face. You spread the disease by coughing and sneezing. Fifth … and Older Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Doing Progressive Muscle Relaxation Actionset Overview Have you ever had an aching back or pain in your neck when you … get better at this skill, and in time you will be able to use this method to relieve stress. When you first start, it … tension.) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family …
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… of bacteria that sticks to teeth. The bacteria in plaque use sugars in food to make acids. These acids can damage the … vessels are. A dental sealant does not take the place of good dental care and use of fluoride toothpaste and … Decay Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… deep vein, usually in the legs. A DVT can be dangerous because it can break loose and travel through the bloodstream to … How can you help prevent DVT from travel? Even if you are healthy and have a low risk of blood clots, a long flight or … Call your doctor now if you have DVT symptoms, including: Swelling, warmth, or tenderness in the soft tissues of your …