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… Advance Care Planning: Should I Have Artificial Hydration and Nutrition? Decision … hydration from fluid injections into tissues under the skin. For people with acute illness or injury, short-term … problems. Ada, age 77 I have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The cancer causes fluid to build up in my belly, …
Medications
… Clindamycin Phosphate Cream - Vaginal On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions … How To Use This Information This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This … during this time. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Oral antibiotics …
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… Meniscus Tear: Should I Have a Diagnostic Test (MRI or Arthroscopy)? Decision Point … treat it at the same time. If your doctor thinks you need surgery to repair the meniscus, it should be done as soon as …
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… Skin, Hair, and Nails Learning Center Learn about skin, … Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury Bartholin Gland Cyst Basal Cell Skin Cancer Bedbugs Birthmarks Black Widow Spider Bite …
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… Wisdom Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? Decision Point You may want to … to check your wisdom teeth. You avoid the risks of oral surgery. You avoid the cost of oral surgery. Your wisdom …
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… Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have Angioplasty for Stable Angina? Decision Point You may … Radiation: There is always a slight risk of damage to cells or tissues from being exposed to any radiation. This …
Medical tests
… Sickle Cell Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To … genes (one set from each parent). As a result, a person may have: Two sets of genes that make normal hemoglobin … or a pinch, is usually felt when the lancet punctures the skin. Your baby may feel a little discomfort with the skin …
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… Sickle Cell Disease On this page: Health Tools … look pale or washed out. They may be short of breath. Their skin and the whites of their eyes may have a yellowish look … instructions on how to treat pain at home. Your plan should also tell you when you need to go to the hospital if …
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… Sickle Cell Crisis On this page: Overview … terms used to describe these episodes. Some people who have sickle cell disease have many painful events, while … creating a pain management plan with your doctor. This plan should include not only the types of medicines you can take …
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… A video on breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact Last updated August 14, 2013 Did you know skin-to-skin contact right after birth not only Helps baby …
