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… within a few minutes to a few hours and do not require any treatment. Many home remedies are used to treat hiccups. … of cold water. Eating a teaspoon of sugar or honey. The treatment for persistent or intractable hiccups depends on … from medicine to acupuncture or hypnosis. Sometimes several treatments may be tried before persistent or intractable …
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… gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohn's or Celiac disease, gastric bypass surgery, advanced liver disease or receive kidney dialysis You struggle with drug or …
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… As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from influenza. For this reason, … vaccine, seniors should be immunized against pneumococcal disease. The pneumococcal vaccine protects against …
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… not cancer and do not cause problems. Many don't even need treatment. A thyroid nodule may cause problems, such as … too much thyroid hormone. When this happens, you may need treatment. What increases your risk for thyroid nodules? You … Exposure to environmental radiation or past radiation treatment to your head, neck, and chest (especially during …
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… associated with flat-footedness. How is flatfoot treated? Treatment in adults generally consists of wearing spacious, … and cushion the foot from excessive pounding. For children, treatment using corrective shoes or inserts is rarely … specialist, such as an orthopedic surgeon or podiatrist. Treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
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… despite careful attention to home and other non-surgical treatment. You have had symptoms for at least 6 to 12 … Your ability to work is limited despite non-surgical treatment. Learn more Plantar Fasciitis: Should I Have … In HB Skinner, PJ McMahon, eds., Current Diagnosis and Treatment in Orthopedics , 5th ed., pp. 384–455. New York: …
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… by the time he is 6 months of age, your doctor may suggest treatment. What causes it? Doctors don't really know what … make the correct diagnosis so your child can get the right treatment. How is an undescended testicle treated? Usually … a small cut (laparoscopy). Why is it important to treat it? Treatment is important because having an undescended …
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… it. It is also important for your child to help choose a treatment method so he or she can use the treatment successfully. Nail-biting may occur with other … (BFRB) such as hair-pulling or skin-picking. What treatments are available for nail-biting? Several treatment
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… alcohol. A lapse or relapse doesn't mean that you or your treatment has failed. It may mean that you just slipped up. … life so that it won't happen again. You also may need more treatment, another type of treatment, or more time in support groups such as Narcotics …
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… your options. Tests will help your doctor know which treatments might help you. Talk openly and honestly with … This can help you understand your options and decide about treatments. Knowing what may lie ahead can help you set … concerns. Your doctor can help you get the right medical treatments, including counselling. Spiritual or religious …