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… is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This … adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Children may be at greater risk for low blood sugar … while using carvedilol. Carvedilol may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away …
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… Drink plenty of fluids as directed by your doctor to prevent dehydration and tell your doctor right away if you … this drug. Caution is advised when using this drug for children with a certain type of arthritis (systemic onset … plan to become pregnant. This medication may harm an unborn baby and cause problems with normal labor/delivery. It is …
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… as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of … active and coming in contact with HPV because the vaccines prevent infection but do not clear it. What are the benefits … females who have never been infected with HPV, the vaccines prevent almost 100% of cases of cervical cancer caused by …
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… associated with dyslexia may be the result of the way the child's brain was formed or how it functions. Some of the emotional problems that a child with dyslexia can have are due to frustrations and … and home. But keep in mind that in order to diagnose a child with dyslexia, the evidence must show that there is no …
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… updated August 10, 2013 During the first 18 months, your child will babble constantly. It's part of learning … for "Mommy, I want the ball" Play and activity Foster your child’s flourishing language skills by reading books and … reading to your toddler. Not only will this entertain your child, it will help to encourage her language development. …
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… Cut nails short or wear cotton gloves at night to prevent scratching. Wear cotton clothing. Don't wear wool … To keep itching from getting worse You may be able to prevent itching from getting worse. Stay out of the sun and … mittens or cotton socks on the hands of babies and young children to prevent scratching. Over-the-counter medicines …
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… Your doctor may monitor your blood calcium level to prevent problems. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or … products). Caution is advised when using this drug in children because bone growth may be affected, causing … must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Self-Care Medicines Surgery Other Treatment … control urination. Stress incontinence can be caused by childbirth, weight gain, or other conditions that stretch … doctor. Most people can be helped or cured. How can you prevent urinary incontinence? Strengthening your pelvic …
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… to consider when you breastfeed is comfort - yours and the baby's. Trying different positions, and changing when you … positions. A pillow on your lap can help bring your baby up to breast height so you don't have to hunch. You may … hold, or modified cradle hold, is where you hold your baby in the crook of the arm opposite the breast you’re …
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… first month, your doctor will pay close attention to your baby's increasing weight, length, and head circumference. … babies typically grow 4 cm (1.5 in.) to 5 cm (2 in.) . Your baby's head will grow at its fastest rate during the first 4 … after birth. With time they will gain that cute and healthy baby look. Don't be alarmed if your newborn has: An …
