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… with this disorder and they have symptoms, talk with your doctor about your risk for this abnormal heart rhythm. What are the … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… if the sputum sample is to be collected at home or in your doctor's office. Bronchoscopy sample Your doctor will tell you how soon before the procedure to … the Doctor Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… riding a stationary bicycle for 5 to 10 minutes. Warming up your muscles reduces the risk of injury. Make stretching part of your warm-up before the activity and your cool-down after … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… treatment for moles. But some can turn into cancer. Talk to your doctor if a mole bleeds, itches, burns, or changes size or colour. Also let your doctor know if you get a new mole. Make sure to wear … Procedures Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… hours before the test. Because this is a test involving your heart, you may have to stay overnight in the hospital … help you relax. You will get a shot of anesthetic to numb your skin and deeper tissues. Then a long, thin needle will … Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… is done through a cut (incision) the doctor makes in your lower belly. Sometimes it can be done as laparoscopic … or scope, and other surgical tools through small cuts in your lower belly. The doctor is able to see your organs with … Kluwer. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… is a measurement of how dense and strong the bones are. If your bone density is low compared to normal peak density, … peak bone density at about 30 years of age. The thicker your bones are at about age 30, the longer it takes to … excessive alcohol. If you have children, teach them to eat healthy, get regular exercise, and avoid smoking and …
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… Wear shoes that fit properly. You should be able to wiggle your toes in your shoes while you are sitting and when you are standing. … Injuries Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Surgery Overview A dental implant is an artificial tooth. Your dentist may suggest it if a permanent tooth fell out … of bad tooth decay . An anchor and post will be placed in your jawbone. Your new tooth will attach to the post. … Decay Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview Speech and language lessons start in the uterus. Your developing baby hears and responds to familiar voices. Soon after birth, your baby prefers and responds more to the mother's voice … Development Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
