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… Overview Overview The thyroid gland uses iodine from food to make two thyroid hormones : … (TSH). When TSH is secreted by the pituitary gland, it causes the thyroid gland to release more T3 and T4. A high TSH … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Current as of: …
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… adolescents may be somewhat awkward or clumsy as they get used to longer limbs and bigger bodies. Their brains need … Susan C. Kim MD - Pediatrics Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Louis … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… removable, ask your doctor if you can take it off when you use ice. If you have an adjustable splint that feels too … stick items under your splint to scratch the skin. Do not use oils or lotions near your splint. If the skin becomes … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Martin J. …
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… In general, a substitute decision-maker can agree to or refuse treatment. He or she can also stop treatment on your … To make these decisions, your substitute decision-maker can use the information in your advance care plan . Your … Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam …
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… feet from scrapes or cuts. Avoid plastic shoes. They may cause blisters and make your feet sweat. Don't buy shoes with … that don't have seams. Socks without seams are best because seams often irritate toes or bony areas of the feet. If … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… is especially important when you are a caregiver, because stress can weaken your immune system. A weak immune … that list with your family. Ask for help with shopping, housecleaning, and errands. You don't have to do all the work … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney …
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… (long-lasting) or, less often, acute (short-term). What causes it? Sometimes prostatitis is caused by bacteria. But often the cause isn't known. When … weeks. If you start to feel better, you may keep taking the medicine for 2 to 3 months. If you don't get better while …
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… regularly and eating healthy foods is important. That's because food: Provides your body with the energy it needs to … before eating if eating makes you short of breath or tired. Use your bronchodilator about an hour before you eat. Then … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Ken Y. Yoneda MD - …
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… other people say and do, try some of the following tips. Pause for a moment before responding. Concentrate on your … Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Sidney Zisook … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… things that can weaken pelvic floor muscles. And that can cause urine control problems. It can also result in uterine … relax for 5 to 10 seconds. Your belly, legs, and buttocks shouldn't move. Add 1 second each week until you are able to … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Elizabeth T. Russo MD - Internal Medicine Current …