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… is the first 10 weeks of pregnancy. Pregnancy begins when your egg joins with a sperm (fertilization) and attaches to … through many changes. You might feel different than you're used to. Early signs of pregnancy often happen suddenly. You … (HCG) Test Current as of: December 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kara L. Cadwallader MD - …
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… Overview An asthma action plan is based on zones defined by your symptoms, your peak flow , or both. It tells you what … Any shortness of breath while walking, talking, or at rest. Use of the chest muscles to breathe. The skin between, … Plan Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Overview A dilated eye examination lets your eye doctor see the back of your eye ( retina ). It's … of a regular eye examination. To do the test, the doctor uses a light and a magnifying tool. Why is a dilated eye … Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… Multiple Sclerosis: Modifying Your Home On this page: Overview … have trouble moving around or if you get tired easily because of MS, it may help to make some changes in your home. … Sclerosis Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview Make a chart with three columns and as many rows you need for your exercises. The chart can help you see your … you felt when you did the exercise. Make six copies, and use one for each exercise. Add any comments about how you … feel, etc.) Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… On this page: Overview Overview You may be able to prevent cold exposure by having emergency … of wood for an emergency fire. A space blanket, to be used as a windbreaker and heat reflector. Large plastic leaf … Exposure Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Some diuretics can cause low levels of potassium. A delicate balance of potassium … be prescribed. Do not start taking potassium supplements on your own. Talk with your doctor first to make sure it is … therapy. Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Overview Ice can help decrease pain, swelling, and inflammation that can result from injury and … is a quick and easy way to get the benefits of ice. You can use an ice cube, but it's easier to use an "ice cup" for ice … Physiotherapy Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Daily Medicine Schedule On this page: Overview Overview Use this form to remind you when to take your medicines. Write the medicine's name …               Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… page: Overview Overview If you are pregnant and have vaginal infection symptoms, see your doctor. Do not use non-prescription yeast infection medicine unless you … May 29, 2015. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …