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… Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Should I Get a Screening Test? Decision Point You may want to have a … Most abdominal aortic aneurysms, or AAAs, never cause problems. But sometimes they burst, which is often deadly. … can burst, or rupture, which is often deadly. What is the treatment for AAA? When the bulge is small, not causing …
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… Sickle Cell Disease: Vision Problems On this page: Overview … who have sickle cell disease can sometimes have vision problems. Blood cells that change shape, or "sickle," can get trapped in blood vessels, blocking the blood flow. When …
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… Lung Problems: Learning to Breathe Easier Actionset Overview Breathing is hard when you have lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) … quick, short breaths. Breathing this way makes it harder to get air into your lungs. Learning new ways to slow down and …
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… basics. Dr. Keller, many people have low back pain. When someone sees you about low back pain, what do you tell that … active enough? Dr. Keller: This is often a question of how someone deals with pain. Some people have a high tolerance for pain; others have a lower tolerance. If someone is very sensitive to pain, I suggest simple things …
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… Foot Problems: Finding the Right Shoes Actionset Overview … plays a large role in the development of foot and toe problems such as bunions , calluses and corns , and hammer, … or joint problem. Preventing a foot or toe problem from getting worse. Preventing a toe joint problem from returning …
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… your child’s nose or changing a diaper is a common way to get germs on your hands. You cannot avoid contacting germs, … soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and rub hands together to create lather (to help children wash their hands … public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. After applying the gel or …
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… After Childbirth: Pelvic Bone Problems On this page: Overview Overview … can be very painful and symptoms may last for months. Treatment may include physiotherapy, ice, and non-steroidal … - Obstetrics and Gynecology … After Childbirth Pelvic Bone Problems …
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… ACL Injury: Exercises to Do Before Treatment Actionset Overview After an anterior cruciate … strength and knee motion should begin before you start treatment, whether treatment is a rehabilitation (rehab) program only or …
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… After Childbirth: Urination and Bowel Problems On this page: Overview Overview … than usual for days or weeks after delivery. Your body is getting rid of the extra fluid from pregnancy. You may also … and Gynecology … After Childbirth Urination and Bowel Problems …
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… Letting It Go: Getting Past Negative Emotions On this page: Getting Started … emotions and learning how to get past those that aren't helping you is a skill. So you might not be a pro at it … emotions and learning how to get past those that aren't helping you is a skill. So you might not be a pro at it …
