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… Eye Injury: First Aid for Heat Burns On this page: Overview Overview Immediately flush … with cool water . Fill a sink or dishpan with water. Put your face in the water, then open and close your eyelids to force water to all parts of your eye. You …
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… Moving From Sitting to Standing On this page: Overview Overview When you have low … scoot forward until you are on the edge of the seat. Bring your feet in toward the chair. Then stand up. Use the arms of the chair to push yourself up while keeping your back straight. If your seat …
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… Pregnancy: Varicose Veins On this page: Overview Overview Varicose veins … veins Varicose veins are common during pregnancy. To lower your risk, use measures that are safe during pregnancy. … Prolonged sitting and standing puts added stress on your veins. Lie on your side when you are sleeping or …
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… But if you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do for your health. Smoking increases your risk for cancer, diabetes, heart failure, and other … Pregnancy Smoking: Sexual and Reproductive Problems Teenage Smokers: Reasons to Quit Teenage Tobacco Use Thinking …
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… Asthma Treatment Goals On this page: Overview Overview The … asthma symptoms reduces the risk of future asthma attacks. Your asthma is well controlled if you: Have daytime asthma … 2 days a week or less. Don't wake up at night because of your asthma more than 1 time a week. Use a quick-relief …
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… Cardiac Rehabilitation: Hospital Program On this page: Overview Overview … The hospital (inpatient) program is one part, or phase, of your cardiac rehab. This phase emphasizes exercise and … may include: A customized exercise program, based on your medical history, clinical condition, and symptoms. …
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… Broken Collarbone On this page: … pale, tingle, and feel cool or numb. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can usually diagnose a broken collarbone by asking you questions and examining you. Your doctor will check: The affected area and look for a …
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… Peritoneal Dialysis On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … Overview Peritoneal dialysis uses a membrane inside your body ( peritoneal membrane ) as a filter. It clears wastes and extra fluid from your body and works to return electrolyte levels to normal. …
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… Blocked Eustachian Tubes On this page: … eustachian tubes can cause several symptoms. For example, your ears may hurt or feel full. You may have ringing or popping noises in your ears. Or you may have hearing problems or feel a little …
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… cramps (dysmenorrhea) can occur during or just before your period. The cramping can involve your lower belly, back, or thighs. And the pain from these … and home treatment can help you feel better. How can you manage pain from menstrual cramps? Take anti-inflammatory …
