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… likely to leave scars. Antibiotics improve the look of your skin by killing bacteria that cause acne. This means you'll have fewer pimples and redness. Less acne means less … Talk with your doctor before using these medicines if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. People with mild acne may …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Here are some things you can do to build and strengthen your bones: Get enough calcium and vitamin D. Eat foods rich …
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… Overview An injury to the genital area can cause severe pain. Usually the pain subsides over … minutes to an hour. Severe pain does not always mean that your injury is severe. After an injury to the genital area, it is important that you watch for urinary problems. Other injuries that can …
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… months Last updated January 30, 2018 At 18 to 24 months, your toddler's language skills are flourishing. Your conversations are starting to become even more …
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… various trusted sources throughout British Columbia, in your local Health Authority area, and across Canada. This section of our website brings … health authority specific information. These resources help you get access to the information and services where you
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… Overview Follow instructions from your physiotherapist or other health professional for … and strengthening exercises. Stretching exercises are controlled stretches that prevent tennis elbow stiffness … and tendon shortening. Gently bend, straighten, and rotate your wrist. If you have increasing pain, slow down or stop …
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… with sexual function in people with Parkinson's disease are common. Muscle stiffness and movement may make sexual … disease or other conditions may affect sexual function. If you are having problems with sexual function, talk to your doctor. He or she may be able to help you pinpoint what …
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… page: Overview Overview Children who are depressed may have the same symptoms as adults. But … depressed include: Being irritable and crying for no reason you can see. Avoiding friends and social events. Having … complaints such as headache or stomach ache with no cause you can see. Bipolar Disorder in …
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… Overview The following tips may make it easier to deal with your benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms. Practice … few moments, and then urinating again. Try to relax before you urinate. Tension from worrying about your symptoms can … a little more. Think of other things or read while you are waiting. Try turning on a faucet or picturing running …
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… it painlessly. If tape doesn't work, try these steps. Wash your hands well with soap and water. Do not wet or soak the … out. Clean the wound. Watch for any signs of infection . You may need medical care if the splinter: Cannot be easily removed. Broke off and …