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How do you avoid dry socket after an extraction?

Making the right food and drink choices can help prevent dry socket, Mayo Clinic states. Patients should avoid hard, sticky or spicy foods that could irritate the socket or become lodged in it. On the first day, it is advisable to eat soft foods, switching to semi-soft foods once they can be tolerated.\nDrinking with a straw can dislodge the blood clot in the socket, Mayo Clinic explains. Patients should not use a straw for at least a week. Patients should drink a lot of water the days following the surgery and avoid beverages that are hot, caffeinated, alcoholic or carbonated for 24 hours.\nS..

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Where can you get a free pregnancy test?

Local sexual health clinics are often the most reliable places to take a free pregnancy test. These clinics are generally not part of larger chains and therefore must be investigated individually. An exception to this is Planned Parenthood, which has centers across the United States, according to its website. Although each location is different, many offer free or low-cost pregnancy tests.\nFree pregnancy tests are done by testing urine for a hormone called hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, and can be done one week before a missed period, says WebMD. The urine test done with a drugstore pr..

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What is the survival rate of those diagnosed with prostate cancer?

Most men are around age 70 when diagnosed with cancer of the prostate, reports WebMD. Many men die of other unrelated medical problems within five years of diagnosis. Still, a prostate cancer prognosis is particularly good when the cancer is localized to the prostate. Nearly 90 percent of all diagnoses are for cancer that remains localized.

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How serious is meningitis in adults?

Young adults most often develop meningitis from the bacteria neisseria meningitidis or streptococcus pneumoniae, notes the CDC. Older adults most often develop meningitis from these bacteria as well as listeria monocytogenes. Fever, headache and a stiff neck may be symptoms of meningitis, but vomiting and nausea, confusion, and sensitivity to light are also possible symptoms. In the later stages of meningitis, seizures and coma are known to occur. People who suspect that they have meningitis should see a doctor immediately.

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How do you get rid of lice?

Common over-the-counter medications include Pyrethin and Permethrin, which contain chemical compounds that are toxic to head lice, Mayo Clinic states. When OTC medications are unsuccessful, doctors may prescribe drugs such as Malathion, benzyl alcohol and Lindane, depending on the age of the patient. Newly laid lice eggs can be resistant to medications, so a second treatment is often necessary to wipe out lice nymphs once they hatch.\nParents should avoid combining multiple medications and shouldn't wash a child's hair for one to two days after applying medication. To prevent another..

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Is flying with an irregular heartbeat safe?

Heart conditions may worsen with air travel. The biggest risk factor is the passenger getting a blood clot, as stated by WebMD. If the person has a pacemaker or other device to regulate the heartbeat, he or she should take precautions when going through security and ask to be searched by hand instead of with the metal detectors as they could interfere with the mechanism. People with heart medications should be checked and cleared by a doctor before taking any flight.

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What are some different types of braces?

Ceramic braces are less visible than the metal type and are often used on older patients, notes Eckels Orthodontics. Self-ligating braces are similar to traditional metal braces, but use a special clip rather than elastics to connect the archwire to the brackets. This results in less pressure on the teeth and fewer office visits to make adjustments. Clear aligners are a series of trays made from nearly invisible acrylic and are removable, making brushing and flossing easier during treatment.

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What is the significance and importance of hyaline changes seen in leiomyoma?

Menorrhagia, or abnormally heavy bleeding, and localized pain are indications that there is an issue with the reproductive system of a female patient. The pain is associated with the passing of large blood clots and excessive blood, leading to muscle spasms in the uterus. Patients with leiomyoma, or uterine fibroid tumors, experience these symptoms and when the tumor grows too large, degeneration begins, says the Yonsei Medical Journal. Other symptoms include increased pressure and bleeding between the normal menstrual cycle, accompanied by increased pain coinciding with the beginning and end ..

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What causes neuropathy and swelling in the feet?

In diabetes, which is one of the most common causes, nerve damage occurs from the feet up due to the distance that the nerve fiber travels, according to NINDS. Sensory nerve damage from peripheral neuropathy makes it difficult to balance, increasing fall risk. Motor nerve damage results in muscle weakness. Repetitive stress causes entrapment neuropathy, which can cause swelling and pain.

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What are hiccups?

The only sign of a hiccup is a “hic” sound, and a slight tightening sensation of the throat, abdomen or chest is a symptom of a hiccup, states Mayo Clinic. A doctor should be consulted if hiccups last more than 48 hours or cause issues with breathing, eating or sleeping. Carbonated beverages, overeating, excitement, alcohol overconsumption and swallowing air are common causes of hiccups. Nerve damage or irritation, central nervous system disorders, medications and metabolic disorders cause hiccups that last more than 48 hours. Mental or emotional issues or surgery can increase the risk of ..

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