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… What is abusive head trauma? Shaken baby syndrome is brain injury that occurs when someone shakes a baby or throws a … child's symptoms. For example, a lumbar puncture checks the spinal fluid for signs of meningitis . Blood tests may be … child's symptoms. For example, a lumbar puncture checks the spinal fluid for signs of meningitis . Blood tests may be …
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… because of changes taking place within the brain and the spinal cord. Coordination and muscle control advance as the brain … because of changes taking place within the brain and the spinal cord. Coordination and muscle control advance as the …
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… the catheter bag? If your doctor has asked you to keep a record, write down the amount of urine in the bag before you … if you have any problems. Living With a Spinal Cord Injury Urinary Incontinence in Men Urinary Incontinence in …
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… peripheral nerves. These are the nerves that lead from the spinal cord to other parts of the body. These nerves control your … quit smoking. It's also a good idea to take care to avoid injury. When your feet or legs feel numb, it's easier to …
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… Warning People using this medication may bleed near the spinal cord after certain spinal procedures. Bleeding in this area … alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. To minimize bruising, do not rub the …
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… slow heart rate. A problem with the placenta or umbilical cord puts the baby at risk. The baby is too big to be … blood loss. Blood clots in the mother's legs or lungs. Injury to the mother or baby. Problems from the anesthesia, … the surgery. She will then get medicine (either epidural or spinal anesthesia ) to numb her belly and legs. Fast-acting …
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… there isn't a clear cause. But some common causes include injury, overuse or muscle strain, disc problems, or … An MRI usually isn't helpful in these cases. Pressure on a spinal nerve can cause sciatica symptoms, which usually … and narrowing of the spinal canal that pushes on the spinal cord. The test can also show if a herniated disc is putting …
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… may spread to the heart, the joints, the brain and spinal cord (nervous system), or sites on the skin. Heart and … may spread to the heart, the joints, the brain and spinal cord (nervous system), or sites on the skin. Heart …
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… backward over the bone below it, sometimes pressing on the spinal cord or a nerve root . This slipping is called … backward over the bone below it, sometimes pressing on the spinal cord or a nerve root . This slipping is called …
Medications
… Warning People using this medication may bleed near the spinal cord after certain spinal procedures. Bleeding in this area … alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. To minimize bruising, do not rub the …
