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… Thumb-Sucking Versus Pacifier Use On this page: Overview Overview Many … parents of a thumb-sucking infant question whether they should substitute a pacifier for the thumb. So far, research … using a pacifier. Talk to your doctor about how long you should wait before you introduce a pacifier to a …
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… Vaginal Closure Surgery (Vaginal Obliteration) On this page: Surgery … can't put anything in your vagina. So the type of sex you have may change. The surgeon removes the entire vaginal … sex you have may change. Learn more Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Should I Have Surgery? How Well It Works Vaginal closure …
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… Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery for Gallstones On this page: Surgery Overview What … Before the surgeon removes the gallbladder, you may have a special X-ray procedure called intraoperative … may choose to do an open surgery. Learn more Gallstones: Should I Have Gallbladder Surgery? How Well It Works …
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… Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … fear of being in public places. What types of medicines are used for panic disorder? The two types of medicines used …
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… Kidney Failure: Should I Start Dialysis? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … What happens during dialysis? Hemodialysis Hemodialysis uses a man-made membrane called a dialyzer to clean your …
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… Alzheimer's Disease: Should I Take Medicines? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … to take them without problems. Side effects can include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, belly pain, weight loss, and lack …
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… Scleral Buckling Surgery for Retinal Detachment On this page: Surgery … surgery, your eye doctor may patch both of your eyes and have you stay in bed to keep the detachment from spreading. … for several months after scleral buckling surgery. You should have a follow-up vision examination after about 6 …
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… Cancer Support: Life After Treatment On this page: Overview … you. Some changes may be tough to deal with. You may have pain or scars from treatment. And even though you're … you may not have enough energy to do all the things you used to do. Let your family know that you still need their …
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… but is able to get out of bed, it can be a safe way to use the toilet. The doctor may recommend a bedside commode after a surgery or if someone has had some health problems that make … to 4 hours. Keeping a regular schedule may help people who have problems with incontinence (controlling urine). If you …
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… Cancer Support: Family, Friends, and Relationships On this … your family in many ways. Fear and other emotions can cause stress. Financial worries from lost work or paying for … need a lot of information. Remember that they usually don't have the experience to understand why cancer is so scary. …
