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… who is infected with HIV. Using condoms is the only way to prevent getting or spreading HIV during sexual contact. … insects, animals, dishes, or toilet seats. The following preventive steps can eliminate your risk of getting HIV from … Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… which can guide treatment and give information that may prevent more stones from forming. People who have had a kidney stone have a chance of having another one, so prevention measures are important. A kidney stone (renal … the ureters or the urethra. A small stone may pass without medical treatment. A large stone may need surgery or another …
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… or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of … up healing of cold sores, but it does not cure herpes or prevent passing the infection to someone else. It also does not prevent cold sores from returning. How To Use Read the …
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… heart and body return to their normal state. Cooling down prevents blood from collecting (pooling) in your arms and legs and prevents cramping, increased blood pressure, dizziness, or … This information is not meant to replace advice from your medical doctor or individual counselling with a health …
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… slow to heal and often come back if you don't take steps to prevent them. A venous skin ulcer is also called a stasis … signs of a venous skin ulcer, because you may be able to prevent the ulcer from forming. If an ulcer has formed, get … flexing and resting leg muscles. There are several types of medical devices for compression therapy. Your doctor will …
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… non-fatal drowning injuries occur in the bathtub and can be prevented by following these recommendations. Never leave a … very quickly and silently. A bath seat or ring does not prevent drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is … Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - Pediatrics Kathleen Romito …
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… the sore joint may also help. To manage long-term gout and prevent future attacks, your doctor can prescribe a medicine … months you will probably take another medicine with it to prevent attacks until the long-term medicine has time to … Medicines, such as diuretics . Major illness or certain medical conditions, such as rapid weight loss or high blood …
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… when you are pregnant. There are things you can do to help prevent nosebleeds, such as using a humidifier. Follow the … visits to your dentist during pregnancy are important to prevent problems. Tell your dentist that you are pregnant. … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine Kathleen …
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… treatment often helps relieve pain, promote healing, and prevent infection. Treatment may involve removing the nail, keeping the area dry to prevent infection, and waiting for a new nail to grow. The … Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency …
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… standards? Strict guidelines for crib construction help prevent many injuries. If a crib doesn't meet current safety … Less than 6 cm (2.375 in.) of space between slats. This prevents a child's head from becoming trapped. No cutout … Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - Pediatrics Kathleen Romito …
