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… tick without leaving some mouth parts behind, which can cause an infection. How to remove a tick yourself If you can remove the tick yourself, follow these instructions. Use tweezers to gently get a hold of the tick as close to … the tick straight off the skin. Do not squeeze the tick because this can force its stomach contents into the wound and …
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… What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air. TB … the reason for your TB test(s). Your health care provider uses a tuberculin skin test or TB skin test (TST) to look … collection. A chest x-ray and sputum collection are usually used to test for TB disease. A chest x-ray is a picture of …
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… is done to relieve pressure on the spinal nerve roots caused by age-related changes in the spine. It also is done to … much or don't move in a normal way. This extra movement causes wear and tear on the nerves or other soft tissues, … develops after surgery in some cases. Death from problems caused by surgery. But this is rare. If you have diabetes or …
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… impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, group … and often occurs in the summer. Impetigo is usually caused when bacteria enter the body through breaks in the … than occasional itching. In rare cases, the bacteria that cause impetigo can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney …
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… the catheter is inserted. Sometimes, general anesthesia is used. The procedure is done in a hospital where you can be … create heat. This heat destroys the heart tissue that causes atrial fibrillation or the heart tissue that keeps it happening. Another option is to use freezing cold to destroy the heart tissue. Sometimes, …
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… For questions not related to physical activity, please use the General Feedback tab. indicates required fields …
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… Salicylic Acid Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Calluses and Corns Calluses and Corns: Protective Padding Calluses and Corns: Using Pumice Stones Care for a Skin Wound …
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… Overcoming obstacles to taking medicines Asthma: Overuse of quick-relief medicines Asthma: Peak expiratory flow …
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… training or weight lifting). This is any activity that uses your muscles and improves your strength. Here are some …
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… for relaxation, balance, flexibility and muscle strength). Use correct stretching techniques and try to move smoothly. …
