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Medications
… for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health … medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily for 15 to 20 weeks. Swallow the capsules whole. Do …
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… way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them. … or take medicines to treat it. The test may be a good choice for you if you are at risk for osteoporosis and are … a bone density test. Annamaria, age 51 I slipped on the ice last week and broke my wrist. It didn't seem like a very …
Medications
… for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health … to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by … to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by …
Medical tests
… may be done right away after this test to look at the rest of the small intestine. If just the throat and … since the stomach will respond by making more gastric juices. This will slow the movement of the barium through the … a mass, a hiatal hernia , or enlarged veins (varices) may be seen. Spasms of the esophagus or a backward …
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… not fully understood but there are known safer sleep practices that reduce a baby’s risk of SIDS. Some babies, such as … ready, or someone else to take the baby when you need to rest. Some babies fall asleep while travelling in a car … incline of these devices can cause their airway to become restricted. Keep your pregnancy smoke-free and give your …
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… has been set up, the blood flowing from your heart to the rest of your body will be stopped by clamping the aorta and … a nurse or surgeon's assistant will use a suction device (which looks like a large plastic straw) to suck up the … who have CABG surgery end up needing a blood transfusion. Restarting your heart If you are on the heart-lung bypass …
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… Abortion On this page: Overview Choices: Medical or Surgical Abortion When to Call a Doctor … pain in the belly that isn't relieved by pain medicine, rest, or heat Fever of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher  Vomiting … pain in the belly that isn't relieved by pain medicine, rest, or heat Fever of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher  Vomiting …
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… cost much. I'm too tired most of the time. Try to get more rest. When you don't have the energy for a half-hour walk, … . It's too boring. Make your exercise routine more interesting by adding some entertainment. Watch a movie while … Behavioral Health This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
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… of their time being moderately to vigorously active – the rest of the time is spent learning about sports, exercise … by a bad experience in the past, you can help her practice her skills and build confidence. For example, you could …
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… friends, and friends may replace parents as a source of advice. Make sure to include your child in family events even … it hard to get up for school. To help your child get enough rest, discourage phone and computer use and TV-watching … as keeping a journal, volunteering, and getting adequate rest and exercise. If your child shows signs of depression, …