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… how sensitive you are to them. Symptoms tend to be worse after repeat exposure. As you start to dry off and the … do the symptoms last? A rash may appear within 12 hours after infection. The reaction may last from 2 to 5 days and …
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… if they're safe for the baby. You will probably be treated after breastfeeding is done (or after delivery if you don't breastfeed). It's safe to … if they're safe for the baby. You will probably be treated after breastfeeding is done (or after delivery if you don't …
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… by a virus. It usually occurs at the same time as or right after you have had a cold. Less commonly, pink eye can be … prevent the spread of pink eye: Wash your hands before and after you touch your eyes or face or use medicine in your … by a virus. It usually occurs at the same time as or right after you have had a cold. Less commonly, pink eye can be …
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… before going in the sun, and reapply it every 2 hours and after swimming, exercising, or sweating. Wear wraparound … skin growth. Check for any area of skin that does not heal after an injury. Have your doctor check your skin during any … before going in the sun, and reapply it every 2 hours and after swimming, exercising, or sweating. Wear wraparound …
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… often: For people with Type 1 diabetes, screen once a year after having diabetes for 5 years. For people with Type 2 … often: For people with type 1 diabetes, screen once a year after having diabetes for 5 years. For people with type 2 … often: For people with Type 1 diabetes, screen once a year after having diabetes for 5 years. For people with Type 2 …
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… to keep your child's blood sugar in his or her target range after meals. High blood sugar can make your child feel tired … blood sugar level often. If you check it before and 2 hours after a meal, you will be able to see how the food your … to keep your child's blood sugar in his or her target range after meals. High blood sugar can make your child feel tired …
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… he or she can watch your baby's health both before and after birth. And the doctor will know to do more tests, if … alert the doctor to any special care a baby may need after he or she is born. What is the treatment for a child … he or she can watch your baby's health both before and after birth. And the doctor will know to do more tests, if …
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… should wash their hands each time they use the toilet and after they blow their nose, especially if drainage gets on … their hands. Teach your child to dry their hands thoroughly after washing them. Using hand sanitizers also kills germs … should wash their hands each time they use the toilet and after they blow their nose, especially if drainage gets on …
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… Overview Some premature babies can't be fed by mouth right after birth. If your baby was born before the gestational … and breastfeeding questions and problems, both before and after the birth. The consultant can also help you become … Overview Some premature babies can't be fed by mouth right after birth. If your baby was born before the gestational …
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… well established - typically between four and six weeks after the birth - you may want to introduce an occasional … your baby's is born. It’s probably best to wait until after birth to see what you will need. Like many mothers, …