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… have to limit you. Learning all you can about asthma is the first step to living the life you want, and our asthma …
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… Overview Hypnosis is a state of focused concentration during which a person becomes less aware of their … of hypnosis to treat physical or psychological conditions. During a hypnotic state (trance), a person may be more … with weight loss, anxiety in cancer patients, and symptoms during breast cancer treatment. footnote 1 Hypnosis is not …
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… If a large amount of fluid is going to be taken out during the procedure, you may lie on your back with your … in your arm. It is important that you lie completely still during the procedure, unless you are asked to change … is taken out. Tell your doctor if you do not feel well during the test. Risks There is a very small chance that the …
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… sound before the next breath. This cough can last several months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 …
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… the event. But if you're still thinking about it several months after the event, or if it's disturbing your life, you … the event. But if you're still thinking about it several months after the event, or if it's disturbing your life, you …
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… their own as their bodies get stronger. This can take a few months or even longer. Other times, an infection will go … their own as their bodies get stronger. This can take a few months or even longer. Other times, an infection will go …
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… Sometimes hearing another person's view can give you new insight. It may help you to write about your feelings or … Sometimes hearing another person's view can give you new insight. It may help you to write about your feelings or …
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… the time of menopause. Or if your ovaries were removed during a hysterectomy (oophorectomy), you may have vaginal … area. Talk with your doctor if you have any problems during intercourse after a hysterectomy. If you have other … the time of menopause. Or if your ovaries were removed during a hysterectomy (oophorectomy), you may have vaginal …
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… quick-sugar foods with you at all times. Eat some at the first sign of low blood sugar. Test your blood sugar often … Follow the steps for dealing with low blood sugar when you first develop your symptoms of low blood sugar or when your … quick-sugar foods with you at all times. Eat some at the first sign of low blood sugar. Test your blood sugar often …
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… series What should you do if you think you have rabies? First, wash the animal bite, scratch, or open sore with soap … and ferrets vaccinated against rabies. (If you aren't the first owner of your pet, ask for a certificate of rabies … series What should you do if you think you have rabies? First, wash the animal bite, scratch, or open sore with soap …