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… First Appointment On this page: Overview Overview Print this form and fill in the … was my last prostate examination (if I am older than 50 and younger than 75)? ______________ If the results were … and Tdap) Hepatitis B Shingles Other Health history Health problems Fill in your current health problems, such as poor …
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… Influenza (Flu) Complications On this page: Overview Overview Although most … cases of influenza (flu) get better without causing other problems, complications sometimes develop. Possible problems … affects infants and is the leading cause of serious lower respiratory illness. Sinusitis. This means the mucous …
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… Nephrotic Syndrome On this page: … people may not need medicine if they are at low risk for problems or are getting better on their own. Others may need … increases your risk for infections like peritonitis or respiratory and skin infections. Here are some tips to stay …
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… Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) On this page: … dies during sleep. If this happens to a healthy baby younger than 1 year old, it's called sudden infant death … are studying the possibility that SIDS may be caused by problems with how well the brain controls breathing, heart …
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… Breast Pain (Mastalgia) On this page: Overview Overview Many women have … when a period ends. Cyclic breast pain occurs more often in younger women. Most cyclic pain goes away without treatment … to buy a new bra every 6 months. Breast Problems Fibrocystic Breasts Current as of: August …
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… without fusing the bones together. This is only done in younger children who are still growing. It's used when … of surgery? Risks of surgery to fix a spinal curve include: Problems that can happen with back surgery, such as nerve damage, lung problems, or spinal cord damage. No more growth in …
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… Traveller's Diarrhea On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … you have serious diarrhea, which is more likely to lead to problems with dehydration. Dehydration may alter the effect … you may eat a regular diet again. Children 2 years old or younger are at high risk of dehydration from diarrhea. If …
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… Tips for Parents of Teens On this page: Overview Overview Parenting a … Assign jobs around the house, such as caring for younger siblings, cooking one night a week, making lunch, … what to expect. Also, doing this helps you to respond to problems appropriately. For example, if both you and your …
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… When to Have a Cholesterol Test On this page: Overview Overview … 40 or older. Your doctor may recommend this test if you are younger and have risk factors for heart disease. footnote 1 … test depends on your cholesterol level, your other health problems, and your overall chance of heart disease. An adult …
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… Mood Disorders in Children On this page: Overview Overview Mood disorders are a health problem. … Not all experts agree on what should be the minimum age for diagnosing bipolar disorder. What are the symptoms? … include: A depressed or grouchy mood most of the time. Younger children may describe this as feeling "grumpy" or …
