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… until your doctors feel it is safe for you to go home. During this time, staff on the cardiac recovery floor will … has been controlled so that it does not interfere with your physical activities. Breathing When you arrive on the … is especially important because it shows that you are physically able to get around after you leave the hospital. …
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… if your doctor recommends it. How can you cope with the changes in your vision? To cope with AMD, try magnifying … or becomes worse over time. Dry AMD happens slowly. Vision changes may be so gradual that you don't notice them. You … day or as often as your doctor advises. It only takes a few seconds. Cover one eye. Then, using your other eye, look at …
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… heartburn, headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, appetite changes, increased sweating, acne, or pain/redness/swelling … time can make it more difficult for your body to respond to physical stress. Before having surgery or emergency … the risks and benefits with your doctor. Infants born to mothers who use this medication for a long time during
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… the chest, such as being hit by the steering wheel of a car during a crash, and conditions that are present at birth, … history, lifestyle, and family medical history and do a physical examination. You may also be asked if you have been … in an automobile crash. Several specialists may see you. Physical examination Your doctor will listen to your heart …
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… removal. Why do people have them done? For many of us, our physical appearance affects how we see ourselves and how … people do this through diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes. Others have cosmetic surgery, especially if they … belly, upper arms, hips, thighs, knees, and ankles. During liposuction, other techniques such as laser, …
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… volume (FEV) measures how much air a person can exhale during a forced breath. The amount of air exhaled may be measured during the first (FEV1), second (FEV2), and/or third seconds (FEV3) of the forced …
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… Bats are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may not be normal. Weakness and lack of … into contact with bats that enter houses. If your pet has physical contact with a bat, consult your veterinarian. … a tool such as a trowel or spade to handle it. If you had physical contact with a live bat which can be captured, you …
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… with infected blood and some body fluids - for example during childbirth. Hepatitis B is also spread by sharing …
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… Last updated August 14, 2013 Having a baby not only changes your life - it can transform your body, too. You will experience many physical changes following the birth of your baby and if you … continues to contract and cramping is most noticeable during the first few days. This is often called after pains. …
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… Gas, bloating, or burping. Twitching. Sweating. Vision changes, such as blurred vision or tunnel vision. Problems … loss of consciousness Did the loss of consciousness occur during the past 24 hours? Yes Loss of consciousness in past … move as much air. Slow your breathing to 1 breath every 5 seconds. Or breathe slowly enough that symptoms gradually go …