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… diplegia). It is usually not advised for people who have permanently stiff joints ( contractures ), little … or problems with balance. How Well It Works Some children have less muscle tightness (spasticity) and are able to move … body, such as bowel and bladder control or the ability to have sex. In rare cases, problems such as strange sensations …
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… smoking triggers . It is wiser to avoid triggers after you have quit smoking than to tempt yourself too soon. If you … where you are least likely to smoke, and use them when you have the urge to smoke. Add these alternatives to your … months, 6 months, and 1 year. Figure out how much money you have saved by not smoking, and spend that amount, or part of …
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… steady job. It is not unusual for a parent to discover they have ADHD when their child is diagnosed with the disorder. … them to deal with stress. These adults may overreact and have a short, quick temper. The ability to solve problems. Adults who have a hard time waiting for things they want may act before …
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… that are sending pain signals to your brain. You will have a test that uses a nerve block , which numbs specific … that are causing your pain. During the procedure, you may have X-rays to pinpoint where to put the medical tool that … Nerve ablation is not effective for everyone. If you have not responded well to other treatment, such as …
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… to help heal your eczema (atopic dermatitis) rash if you have skin infections caused by staph ( Staphylococcus aureus … mL) of liquid bleach. If your bathtub is small, or if you have less than 150 L (40 gal) of water, use less bleach. Too … cause burning or stinging. Do not use bleach baths if you have an allergy to chlorine. Don't put your head under the …
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… A test may be done when: footnote 1 A person is thought to have TB, but confirmation is needed before sputum culture … with bacteria other than TB bacteria. A person who may have TB has been close to other people who will need treatment if they have been exposed. Sputum Culture Sputum …
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… may lead to a lifelong battle with chronic pain . Women who have had a breast removed because of breast cancer may also … that was removed (your "phantom" limb) that the limb might have experienced before it was removed. You may also have residual limb pain at the actual site of the …
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… Physical development Children in this age group: Often have a growth spurt , starting at about age 11 in girls and … they're starting to understand that what they do now can have long-term effects on them. May be self-centred and can … or on their own rather than with family members. May have periods when they are sullen and aloof. May look to …
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… to your doctor. There are no tests that can show that you have Raynaud's. But your doctor may do a blood test or other … your symptoms. How is Raynaud's phenomenon treated? If you have Raynaud's that is caused by another disease, your … such as natural health products and biofeedback training, have shown promise in treating Raynaud's. But they haven't …
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… treat prostate cancer . It works best to treat cancers that haven't spread outside the prostate. But it also may be used … using a hydrogel spacer. It's a water-based gel. Before you have radiation treatments, the gel is injected into the … tired (fatigue). Loss of appetite. Skin changes, if you have external radiation. The skin in the treated area may …
