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… 06 What are head lice? Head lice are tiny, sesame … lice do not cause illness or spread disease. However, they can be irritating because they … to cover the whole scalp. The conditioner stops the lice from moving, making them easier …
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… the person's doctor recommends. Choose the injection site. slide 1 of 6 < Prev Next > slide 1 of 6, Choose the injection site., Choose a clean injection site on the buttock, upper arm, or …
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… can be due to aging or lack of fitness. Other things that may contribute to snoring include: … wrong times, such as when talking or while eating. Stops breathing, gasps, or chokes … in the middle of the back of your pyjama top, putting a tennis ball into the pocket, and …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Sinusitis: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get the … Have surgery to treat long-term (chronic) sinusitis. Don't have surgery. Take medicines … to remember Very few people need surgery for sinusitis. Most people can treat the problem …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… frequently asked questions and topics about immunizations. General immunization What … or any time before or after any other live or inactivated vaccine. This includes the influenza vaccine. If you are getting a …
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… them. Endometriosis: Should I Use Hormone Therapy? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … Get the facts Your options Use hormone therapy. Don't use hormone therapy. Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Sinusitis: Should I Take Antibiotics? 1 Get … facts Your options Take antibiotics to treat sinusitis. Don't take antibiotics. Try other … treatment instead. Key points to remember Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of …
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… a combination of two hormones, estrogen and progestin. HT comes in the form of a pill, … vaginal ring. HT increases the estrogen and progestin levels in your body. It can prevent … age 45 I don't want to take estrogen or progestin, because of my family history of …
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… clean and dry. Over-the-counter antifungal lotions, creams, or sprays usually are used … These medicines are creams, lotions, solutions, gels, sprays, ointments, swabs, or powders that you put on the skin (topical medicine). Treatment lasts from 1 to 6 …
