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… the blister. If a small blister is on a weight-bearing area like the bottom of the foot, protect it with a … popped, you may need to drain it. If you do decide to drain your blister, be sure to follow these steps: Wash your hands and gently wash the area around the blister. Wipe …
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… the ice melts, it will drip, so put a small towel under the area you are icing. Rub the ice in small circles all over … where the bone is close to the skin, such as right over your kneecap, the point of your elbow, or your spine. Some people also find it is more …
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… grain foods, protein foods and healthy fats. Make water your drink of choice. Listen to your body. Eat when you're … Energy Requirements at www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/healthy-eating/d… for more … to do this? Whatever your reason, you may already know what areas you want to work on. Maybe you want to cut back on …
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… or may cause burning in the throat and esophagus , call your local Poison Control Centre immediately for information … are treated first by rinsing (flushing) the chemical off your body with a large amount of room temperature water, but … complications. Chemical burns rinsed with water Flush the area for at least 20 minutes. Do not use a hard spray of …
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… later as a separate procedure. The nipple and the darker area around it (areola) are created at a later time. Your breasts will look different after surgery. Your new breast may be more firm, round, or flat than your …
Medical tests
… during a breast examination or to look at a suspicious area found on a mammogram , an ultrasound , or an MRI . … location of the abnormal area. Fine needle breast biopsy. Your doctor inserts a thin needle into a lump or abnormal … and removes a sample of cells or fluid. Core needle biopsy. Your doctor makes a small cut in the skin and inserts a …
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… one or both testicles . It causes the scrotum or groin area to swell. A congenital hydrocele is one that a baby is … usually not a problem. It will probably go away by the time your baby is 2 years old. What causes it? A month or so … is a swollen scrotum. The swelling does not hurt. If your child seems to be in pain, call the doctor. Pain may …
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… Zika virus. If you plan to travel, you can learn about your risk in the area you're travelling to. Contact: The PHAC at its Zika … and treatment website ( www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/zika-virus.html ) to learn more. The U.S. …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about … on the skin only. Apply this medication to the affected area(s) as directed by your doctor, usually just before you …
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… occurs when you have irritated or damaged these fibres. The areas most often affected are the shoulder, elbow, wrist, … or when you get up in the morning. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your past health and your symptoms and will do a physical …
