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… to 5 minutes. Ice the area at least 3 times a day. For the first 72 hours (3 days), ice for 10 minutes once an hour the first day, then every 2 to 3 hours. After that, a good pattern is to ice for 10 to 15 minutes 3 …
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… women. All pregnant women should be screened at the first prenatal visit. For those who test positive or who are … may be done. Anyone treated for chlamydia six months after treatment. Anyone over age 25 who is at higher risk. … syphilis. Screening should be done: footnote 2 At the first prenatal visit for all pregnant women. During the …
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… that don't need to be done or that aren't important to you. After you have your list and have rated the items, think … that don't need to be done or that aren't important to you. After you have your list and have rated the items, think …
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… one type of test may be done. Some tests may be repeated after you inhale medicine that enlarges your airways … fibrosis . For this test, you breathe through a tube. First you breathe air that contains a tracer gas. Then you … with force in one breath. Lower FEV1 divided by FVC See the first two tests above. Lower Forced expiratory flow 25% to …
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… filled with water through the catheter until you have the first urge to urinate. The amount of water in the bladder is … Results Normal The amount of fluid left in the bladder after you urinate, when you feel the urge to urinate, and … less fluid or more fluid than is considered normal when the first urge to urinate is felt. You are unable to retain …
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… may help you enjoy sexual intimacy and find satisfaction after a spinal cord injury. You may find that your old … and playful atmosphere. Do your bowel and bladder program first to avoid any accidents. Then put on some pleasant … while your partner caresses you. Don't have intercourse the first day. Enjoy holding, relaxing, and laughing. Try …
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… done in the dentist's or oral surgeon's office. The dentist first numbs (freezes) the area around the tooth. You may … dentist uses other tools to remove the rest of the tooth. After the tooth comes out, you will be given a piece of … liquid in your mouth. And don't use a straw for the first few days. These actions can loosen the blood clot and …
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… focus on the fact that you want to quit—whether it's your first time or tenth time. And focus on creating your plan to … times you use tobacco each day over the course of several weeks. Be realistic. Be sure to set goals that you can meet, … Be prepared for relapse. Most people aren't successful the first few times they try to quit. If you start using tobacco …
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… adenoids , and the pharynx. What To Expect It takes about 3 weeks to recover from surgery. It may be very difficult to … or throat that blocks the airway. Do not stop snoring after making lifestyle changes such as losing weight and … adenoids , and the pharynx. What To Expect It takes about 3 weeks to recover from surgery. It may be very difficult to …
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… between the vagina and rectum - freezing is usually given first. This cut enlarges the space for the baby to pass through the vaginal opening. After the placenta comes out, the cut is sewn shut with self … leave a bruise and swelling, but this will fade a few days after birth. A vacuum is used if: The mother has a prolonged …