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… Care for an Indwelling Urinary Catheter On this page: Overview Overview A urinary … much urine. Pain in the flank, which is just below the rib cage and above the waist on either side of the back. Blood in … much urine. Pain in the flank, which is just below the rib cage and above the waist on either side of the back. Blood in …
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… from the company that makes the pens. Clean up and storage After giving your shot: Store your insulin properly so … needles and syringes. Talk with your local trash disposal agency, pharmacy, or your doctor about how to get rid of the … from the company that makes the pens. Clean up and storage After giving your shot: Store your insulin properly so …
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… Achilles tendon and plantar fascia slightly stretched. Massage the bottom of your foot across the width of the plantar … Achilles tendon and plantar fascia slightly stretched. Massage the bottom of your foot across the width of the plantar …
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… Contractions During Pregnancy: What to Expect On this page: Overview Overview Braxton Hicks … uterus contracts to open the cervix . This is the first stage of childbirth. In most pregnancies, this happens at 37 … if you have any of these signs of preterm labour. First stage of labour and delivery The first stage of labour is …
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… before you deliver allows you time to think about how to manage the daily logistics of breastfeeding before you become … . Classes and support groups can help you anticipate and manage breastfeeding difficulties, should they arise. Talk to … a facility that has a lactation consultant on staff, encourages keeping the baby in the room with you (rooming in), and …
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… Blood and Body Fluid Precautions On this page: Overview Overview What are blood …
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… (Removal of the Breast) for Breast Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What to expect Why It Is Done How Well … have. When you wake up from surgery, you will have a bandage over the surgery site. You will also have one or two drainage tubes to collect fluid and keep it from building up …
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… Splint Care Tips On this page: Overview Overview A splint protects … swelling is normal.) You have a new fever. There is drainage or a bad smell coming from the splint. Your limb turns … swelling is normal.) You have a new fever. There is drainage or a bad smell coming from the splint. Your limb turns …
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… Return to topic: Breast Cancer Testicular Cancer How to manage lymphedema Know the symptoms Learn to recognize symptoms … . He or she can teach you how to do special massages that can help move fluid out of your arm or leg. You … Follow your doctor's advice about wearing a special bandage or compression garment. These specially fitted stockings …
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… Gastroenteritis in Adults and Older Children On this page: What …