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How to Relieve Postnasal Drip

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As far as most sufferers of postnatal drip are concerned, the person who put the word drip after postnatal has a cruel sense of humour. Ever wonder where all the fluid comes from your experience at these times of deluge? You see, in the course of ... more »

How to see early signs of apraxia in children

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In order to determine the early signs of apraxia you must first learn what apraxia is. Apraxia is a total or partial loss of the ability to perform coordinated movements or manipulate objects in the absence of motor or sensory impairment... more »

How to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

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Erectile dysfunction is the repeated inability either to attain an erection or keep one long enough to perform sexual intercourse. There are various treatments for erectile dysfunction. These treatments can sometimes mean only a few lifestyle ... more »

How to Treat Someone Having an Epileptic Seizure

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If your family member or friend has epilepsy, you will need to know how to help treat this person in the event of a seizure to prevent any further risk. The following tips can make a difference between life and death... more »

How to Attend a Summer Camp for Cerebral Palsy

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Summer camp is a fun way for kids with cerebral palsy to learn skills, make new friends and gain independence. Choose between camps geared toward kids with disabilities such as Easter Seals camps or mainstream camps that can meet special needs. ... more »

How to Be Cool About Having Tonsils Removed

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You just got back from the doctor, and they told you that you have to have your tonsils removed, which is called a tonsillectomy. You're concerned about the recovery time and the procedure itself. Luckily, there are some things you can do to be ... more »

How to Breathe in Skin-Tight Jeans

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Fashion is a fickle beast, and there is no pleasing her or trying to predict her trends. What is fashionable now won't be in the future...or will it? Today's fashion requires the wearer to don skin-tight jeans, and as anyone knows, this can be ... more »

How to Buy a Medical Lift Chair

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Medical lift chairs are beneficial to a variety of people whose medical conditions or physical limitations cause them to have difficulty moving and getting in and out of conventional furniture. Finding the right chair at the right price can be a ... more »

How to Code Extremity Radiographs in Four Steps

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II. In-Depth Trauma-Center-Based Crash Reconstruction Data (CIREN) Methods A similar analysis was conducted using the central CIREN database. While it is not population-based, CIREN provides much more clinical detail than does CODES as data are ... more »

How to Control Diet When Taking Blood Thinner

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When taking blood thinners for a heart condition, you must monitor the International Normalized Ratio (INR) and keep it within a certain clotting range. The amount of food you eat containing Vitamin K is the primary reason the INR fluctuates. ... more »

How to Diagnose Deep Venous Thrombosis

By BASHARAT SHAH, MD

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Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) means the presence and formation of a blood clot in the deeper veins of the legs, thighs, or pelvis. This obstructs the blood flow through the veins, resulting in swelling and pain. Sometimes a piece of the blood clot ... more »

How to Diagnose Gastroparesis

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Gastroparesis is delayed stomach emptying. The most common symptoms are heartburn, nauseousness, vomiting, weight loss and bloating. Some of these symptoms could also be symptoms of other conditions, so you need to have certain tests to figure ... more »

How to Diagnose Nasal Polyps

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Inflammation of the nasal passage and sinuses is called nasal polyps. A doctor can perform basic screening to test for polyps and other allergies... more »

How to Diagnose Necrotizing Fasciitis

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Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as the "flesh eating" bacteria, kills flesh. The bacterium spreads quickly making early diagnoses crucial. Treatment involves both antibiotics and the removal of infected tissue. Necrotizing fasciitis bacteria ... more »

How to Exercise in a Wheelchair

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If you are confined to a wheelchair, exercises that increase strength, flexibility and muscle tone can aid weight control and digestion. Increasing upper body strength will also strengthen the heart and lungs. Here are several suggestions to get ... more »

How to Explain Werewolf Syndrome

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Hypertrichosis is a condition also known as Werewolf Syndrome. This syndrome is a very misunderstood disorder of excessive, unwanted body hair. Nearly all of the skin on the body is covered with hair except the palms of the hands and the soles of ... more »

How to Feed a Paralyzed Person

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One of the hardest things for a paralyzed person to do is get enough nutrition. Depending on the degree of paralysis, the person may have full mental abilities but be trapped in a body that has stopped responding. If you are a paralyzed person's ... more »

How to Get Assisted Housing for Adults With Cerebral Palsy

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Adults with cerebral palsy have several housing options when it comes to supported-living. Depending on the type of care desired, residents can get as much or as little assistance as they wish in a variety of settings, from shared rooms in ... more »

How to Get Financial Help for Cerebral Palsy Families

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Dealing with the effects of cerebral palsy can be financially challenging for families. Knowing where to turn for financial help in the form of insurance programs, scholarships, educational benefits, disability income, reduced rent and ... more »

How to Get Funding for Families of Down Syndrome

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Caring for a child with Down syndrome can be financially overwhelming for some families. While health insurance may cover some of the basic care, families are still mostly responsible for any type of additional therapy or care provided to the ... more »

How to Know When to See a Doctor for Early Handedness

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Handedness refers to a child's natural development of dominance with either the right hand or the left, or both in the case of ambidextrous individuals. Hand dominance generally emerges during the toddler years, and sometimes later in the case of ... more »

How to naturally reduce a fever

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A fever is our bodies way of fighting an infection. It is our bodies natural defense mechanism that is fighting off an infection. So although it is uncomfortable and miserable at times to deal with, a fever can be a good thing. A fever is a ... more »

How to Prepare a Child With Cerebral Palsy for School

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Preparing a child with cerebral palsy for school can be an exciting, but stressful time. Although federal funds may be available for educational programs and assistive devices, there are steps that must be followed in order to receive benefits. ... more »

How to Protect Against Liver Damage from Drinking Alcohol

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If you drink every day, the alcohol will have a cumulative effect on your liver function. Here are some ways to protect your liver from the long-term effects of alcohol... more »

How to See a Proctologist

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A proctologist treats medical problems in the colon and rectum that affect a large percentage of the population. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and 50 percent of Americans will experience ... more »

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