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… you learn more? What is dehydration? Dehydration means that your baby has lost too much fluid. This can happen when a … sunken eyes with few tears. This condition can be serious. Your baby's body needs fluids to make enough blood. Without … child takes. Where can you learn more? Go to https://www.healthwise.net/patientEd Enter G853 in the search box to …
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… High blood sugar occurs when the sugar (glucose) level in your blood rises above your target range. It can happen if: You miss a dose of your … Blood Sugar Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… all the time, not just when you have back pain. Keep your back in the neutral position—not too curved and not too … breaks to stretch and restore the neutral position of your back. When lifting, lift with your legs, not your back. … and Injuries Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Getting back to work with back pain depends on what your day is usually like. But there are some basics that apply to everyone. Moving keeps your back muscles strong, which can help your back. And … Back Pain Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… On this page: Overview Overview If your doctor thinks you might have a heart rhythm problem, your doctor may ask you to keep a diary of symptoms. This … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… to manage menstrual bleeding. You insert a menstrual cup in your vagina to collect menstrual flow. Then you remove it to … With some brands of cups, you may have to rotate the cup in your vagina so it forms a seal to collect your menstrual … a cotton bag. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Elizabeth T. Russo MD - …
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… activities. If you have heart failure , you may find that your symptoms make it difficult to do things like cook, … limitations in various ways. For example, you can rearrange your kitchen to make cooking easier or put a stool in your … have an active sex life. You can ask your doctor if you are healthy enough for sex . Talk with your doctor if you have …
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… Overview A dilated eye examination lets your eye doctor see the back of your eye ( retina ). It's usually done as part of a regular … Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child to brush and floss every day. Clean your baby's gums with a soft cloth or gauze pad to remove …
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… Tube Feeding: Living With a Feeding Tube Actionset Overview Your body needs nutrition to stay strong and help you live a healthy life. If you're unable to eat, or if you have an … need a feeding tube. The tube is surgically inserted into your stomach and is used to give food, liquids, and …