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… get colon cancer if you have had ulcerative colitis for 8 years or longer. But surgery removes the risk of colon … successful, but it does have risks. These include blockages in the small intestine and leaking of stool. Surgery … anesthesia for long periods of time because of illness or age are more likely to have this surgery. It removes the …
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… used. Use of these products will change depending on: the age of the child; how the product is applied; the amount of … it is removed. It is important to read and follow the package instructions carefully before using these products on … year immunization visit? The immunizations given at 4 to 6 years of age are given in the upper arm. The numbing cream …
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… Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children On this page: Condition … if a child has gastroesophageal reflux, a doctor will do a physical examination and ask about symptoms. A baby who is … if a child has gastroesophageal reflux, a doctor will do a physical examination and ask about symptoms. A baby who is …
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… Syndrome: Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems On this page: Overview Overview Your child may have developmental delays as well as other problems that can make … especially when your child starts puberty . Sexual or physical abuse. Children with Down syndrome usually enter …
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… HIV: Stages of Infection On this page: Overview Overview The … infection and AIDS among children aged 18 months to < 13 years—United States, 2008. MMWR , 57(RR-10): 1–12. Also …
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… Reducing Cancer Risk When You Are BRCA-Positive On this page: Overview Overview BRCA1 … cancer, if you were diagnosed with breast cancer before age 50, or if you have an Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. If you … breasts and ovaries until you're past your childbearing years. These results are one piece of information you can …
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… at least 1 week before you travel. Adults and children 5 years of age and older are given 4 doses of the capsule form of … Vaccine Injection is for adults and children 2 years of age and older. You will receive 1 dose of vaccine given by …
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… Chronic Pain Syndrome On this page: Overview Overview In some people … the nervous system and continue to fire for months or even years. (It is also possible that certain brain chemicals … Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Nancy Greenwald MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Current as of: August …
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… John's Story: Finding a Way to Exercise On this page: John's Story John's Story For inspiration to exercise, … John's doctor told him that his steady weight gain over the years was putting him in danger of heart problems as well. … a bike club. Having others to ride with motivated him physically and socially. "I've made a lot of friends who …
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… Chronic Pain On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your … and your overall health. Your doctor will also do a physical examination and look for areas that are tender, … these pain signals keep going for weeks, months, or even years after you recover. Chronic pain can develop after a …
