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… The radioactive tracer used in this test can get into your breast milk and is not good for the baby. How It Is … with the scan. You may need to take off all or most of your clothes, depending on which area is being examined. … Scan Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… . For an MRI test, you are placed inside the magnet so that your belly is inside the strong magnetic field. MRI can find … to not eat or drink for several hours before the test. Tell your doctor if you get nervous in tight spaces. You may get … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… deal with fluid buildup that makes it hard to breathe. Call your doctor if you have new symptoms or if your symptoms have become worse. Elevate your upper body. … Failure Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… may be treated with oral or inhaled medicines. Even if your child's asthma does not appear severe, work with your doctor to make the right plan for your child. Treatment … Children Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… nerve that can affect any adult. This nerve runs through your pelvic region. This includes your genitals, urethra , anus, and the area between your … Prostatitis Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… a rectal prolapse back into place as soon as it occurs. Your doctor will let you know if this is okay to do. Put on disposable gloves, and put lubricating jelly on your finger. Gently push back any tissue that has come out … Prolapse Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… the major nutrients. Fats give you energy. They also help your body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K. Some fats are healthier than others. Healthy fats Polyunsaturated fat is … it. Eating foods that are high in this fat may help lower your bad cholesterol, raise your good cholesterol, and lower …
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… dressed is often difficult for people after a stroke. Your stroke rehab team can suggest things that can help you. … waistbands and shoelaces. Snaps and grippers. Lay out your clothes in the order that you will put them on. Place … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… ________ Date and time of day: ________ Symptoms What were your symptoms? How long did the heartburn last? Do you have … or stomach pain? Does pain radiate to another part of your body? Impact of symptoms Were you unable to sleep? Were … indicated? Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… pain during work, play, and daily activities: Stay at a healthy weight. Wear kneepads when kneeling on hard … surfaces. Avoid prolonged kneeling. Strengthen and stretch your leg muscles. Pay special attention to your front and back thigh muscles (quadriceps and …
