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… external (“male”) and internal (“female”) condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based … condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms …
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… much. This decision aid is not for parents of infants and children who have inguinal hernias. Infants and children … bulges through. Many doctors recommend surgery because it prevents a rare but serious problem called strangulation. … bothers me some, but I have decided to wait until after my baby is born to have the hernia repaired. I just think there …
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… have symptoms of shock? The symptoms in an adult or older child are different than the symptoms in a young child . Yes … the second hour, make sure that you keep drinking enough to prevent dehydration. When you feel better, start to eat … the second hour, make sure that you keep drinking enough to prevent dehydration. When you feel better, start to eat …
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… August 14, 2013 Download PDF: Document French Latching your baby onto the breast correctly is important for successful breastfeeding. Having your baby skin-to-skin with you is the ideal way to start. It helps your baby find the breast and nipple. Some babies can latch …
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… not be used to treat teething pain in infants and young children due to an increased risk of serious side effects. … and increase your risk of swallowing the wrong way or choking. Do not chew gum or eat for 1 hour after using this … and increase your risk of swallowing the wrong way or choking. Do not chew gum or eat for 1 hour after using this …
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… your specific health needs. Uses Beclomethasone is used to prevent and control symptoms (wheezing and shortness of … of the airways. This medication must be used regularly to prevent breathing problems (attacks of wheezing/shortness of … the nose). This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly …
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… health needs. Uses Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) … medication, and use this drug (the corticosteroid) last. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections … products). This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly …
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… health needs. Uses Mometasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused … medication, and use this drug (the corticosteroid) last. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections … more details. This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly …
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… and your specific health needs. Uses Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of … medication, and use this drug (the corticosteroid) last. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections … information. This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly …
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… health needs. Uses Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) … medication, and use this drug (the corticosteroid) last. To prevent dry mouth, hoarseness, and oral yeast infections … more details. This medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. However, poorly …
