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… Information Overview If you have seizures that change your awareness, consciousness, or muscle control, you may … driver's licence. The laws of the province you live in, not your doctor, decide whether you have the right to drive. … Epilepsy Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… mothers, breastfeeding may not be possible (especially if your baby is preterm). Here is a video on Cup Feeding and … Methods to help. Supplements are not recommended for your newborn. Read our article on Formula Feeding to learn … Choosing baby bottles and nipples Formula feeding your baby - safely preparing and storing formula VIDEO: …
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… that help blood clot. If you don't have enough of them, your blood can't clot well. That means it's harder to stop … What causes it? You may have low platelets because your bone marrow doesn't make them. Or your body's defences … Leukemia Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… It's more likely to happen if you are younger and if your periods are irregular to begin with. It occurs because your ovaries aren't producing enough estrogen . Stress and … (not having menstrual periods), and osteoporosis. Healthy lifestyle changes can help prevent female athlete …
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… endoscopy is a procedure that allows a doctor to examine your small intestine for sources of bleeding. It may be … (less than an inch) long. A technician attaches sensors to your chest and connects them to a data recorder that you … Anemia Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… from the vagina You may attempt to remove an object from your vagina, especially if you think it might be a forgotten tampon or a birth control device. Wash your hands with soap and water. Squat down, sit on the … and Injuries Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… example, Lopresor). If you think a medicine may be causing your scalp problem, contact your doctor to discuss your symptoms. Your doctor may adjust … Hair Loss Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Myth Fact "Depression isn't real." "It's something in your head." "It's being lazy." Depression is a mental … No single thing causes this. Many things, including your genes , stressful events, illness, and medicines, can … Is Depressed Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… hard to treat. Often the first place you have a problem is your feet. When you lose the ability to feel your toes and feet, you are more likely to injure them … 2 Diabetes Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… may be made fun of by peers. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination of your child's mouth and ask about his or her symptoms. In an … Non-Injury Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
