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… or take a break from any activity that may be causing your pain or soreness. Ice. Apply an ice or cold pack right … or swelling in the area below the bandage. Talk to your doctor if you think you need to use a wrap for longer … lying down. Try to keep the area at or above the level of your heart to help minimize swelling. …
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… again before the illness is over. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will request stool samples, sometimes several, … Do not use medicines to prevent diarrhea until you ask your health care professional. To prevent dehydration, take … can help prevent the spread of cryptosporidiosis by washing your hands frequently and carefully with soap and scrubbing …
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… the warmest temperature recommended on the labels. Take off your gloves and wash your hands right away after you handle the soiled clothes or … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… to live. Plug openings and crevices into the house. Move your bed away from walls so spiders will be less likely to … and shoes for spiders before putting them on. Do not leave your child's toys outside. Consider spraying insecticides on … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… by the cataract, you may have noticeable improvement in your vision. Also, surgery may delay the progression of … time. If you have both glaucoma and cataracts, talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks of combined surgery … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… skills, and confidence to provide the care needed. Contact your local Red Cross chapter, Victorian Order of Nurses, or … agency to find out about home care training offered in your area. When possible, get to know the person's doctor, … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… through a medical history and physical examination. If your doctor suspects that you have subclinical … the decision to treat subclinical hypothyroidism, you and your doctor will talk about the benefits of treatment … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… (allergy shots) is done very quickly to increase your tolerance to an allergen. There are different schedules … Shots are only available in a clinic that is far away from your home, and you can't come in once a week for months. You … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… fractures of the spine. The doctor will make a small cut in your back and insert a hollow needle or tube. When the … more than one vertebra is treated at the same time. Talk to your doctor about how this surgery compares with other … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… that has a tear in the package or is leaking. Pick up your refrigerated and frozen items at the end of your shopping trip, so they are unrefrigerated for a shorter … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …