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… in completely healthy skin. What are the symptoms? You or your child may have impetigo if you have sores: That begin … That increase in size and number. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can usually diagnose impetigo just by looking at … help the cream or ointment work better. After you touch the area, wash your hands with soap and water or use an …
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… but it can last up to several months. After the rash, your skin may look darker. This is more common in people … a headache, fever, or sore throat. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor may be able to diagnose pityriasis rosea by … infection . A skin sample may be taken from the infected area and examined under the microscope ( biopsy ). In a …
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 … small amount of medication in a thin layer on the affected area(s). Use this medication on the skin only. Avoid getting …
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 … groin, or rectum. If you do get the medication in those areas, flush the area with cool water for 15 minutes. Wash …
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… you may feel pain and have a sensation of fullness in your lower belly. Or you may feel as if you need to have a … at one time if the person has general anesthesia. More areas may be treated at 4- to 6-week intervals. What To … you may feel pain and have a feeling of fullness in your lower belly. Or you may feel as if you need to have a …
Medical tests
… germs that are normally found on the penis or vagina. Wash your hands before you collect the urine. If the collection … lid and set it down with the inner surface up. Clean the area around your penis or vagina. Start to urinate into the toilet or …
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… (lymphedema). Numbness, tingling, or pain in the surgical area. Breakdown (sloughing) of skin over the area. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… . For an MRI test, you are placed inside the magnet so that your belly is inside the strong magnetic field. MRI can find … to check blood flow, find some types of tumours, and show areas of inflammation or infection. Although MRI is a safe … to not eat or drink for several hours before the test. Tell your doctor if you get nervous in tight spaces. You may get …
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… cancer, lymphoma, or melanoma may cause a lump in this area. Glands above the collarbone (supraclavicular lymph … to normal size within about a month should be checked by your doctor. How long will lymph nodes remain swollen? Lymph … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… surgery ( mastectomy ), you may feel some pain going down your arm. Your shoulder and arm may be stiff and hard to move. You may … exactly how to do it. Stop exercising if your arm or chest area hurts or begins to swell. Talk with your doctor about …
