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… or puncture inside the mouth may bleed a lot. That's because there are many blood vessels in the head and neck area. … into the gum (intruded). Other dental injuries may be caused by grinding your teeth, especially at night. Your teeth … make your mouth sore. An injury to your mouth or lips may cause a large, loose flap of tissue or a gaping wound that may …
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… It's important to have surgery before your unstable knee causes other joint problems. If you are thinking about surgery … rest and reduce activity. Your doctor may suggest that you use crutches or a splint. You use ice for swelling. You wrap your knee with an elastic …
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… the time it takes for a blood clot to form. Anticoagulants used for atrial fibrillation are apixaban (Eliquis), … skin rash. Some people can't take anticoagulants, because they have a higher risk of having a serious problem if … device is placed inside of the heart with a procedure that uses catheters in blood vessels. This device is not right …
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… What happens during dialysis? Hemodialysis Hemodialysis uses a man-made membrane called a dialyzer to clean your … you need dialysis. Peritoneal dialysis Peritoneal dialysis uses your body's own tissue (the peritoneal membrane) as a … weak. You may sleep more and need help to walk, bathe, and use the toilet. Be less hungry. You may eat and drink less …
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… You'll need several months of physiotherapy to get the best use of your new joint. FAQs What is osteoarthritis? … wears away. When this happens, the bones rub together and cause damage and pain. In most cases, it takes years for … and continue to do it for several months to get the best use of your new joint. How well does surgery work? After …
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… and removing the uterus (hysterectomy). After menopause, fibroids usually get smaller or go away. If you are close to menopause, you could take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs … such as blood loss and infection. Both surgeries also can cause scar tissue, which can cause pelvic pain and …
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… or some kinds of stroke. footnote 5 Aspirin may also be used by people who've had bypass surgery or angioplasty or … risk. But taking aspirin isn't right for most people because it can cause serious bleeding. You can work with your doctor to find …
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… program. In fact, sometimes the medical exam can be an excuse for not getting active. The reality is that being … you’re an older adult, have a health condition, or aren’t used to being very active. Set realistic goals. Gradually …
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… and stopping when it’s time Thumb-sucking versus pacifier use Caring for more than one baby Preparing siblings for …
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… Graves' Ophthalmopathy Hyperthyroidism: Should I Use Antithyroid Medicine or Radioactive Iodine? …
