If you are an amputee, wearing a prosthetic can be life-changing for you in a good way. However, you do have to take proper care of the skin at your amputation site if you want to prevent infections and other problems. Luckily, following these tips every night before you go to bed can help.
Remove the Prosthetic Daily
A good-quality prosthetic that fits properly can be extremely comfortable. It can be so comfortable, in fact, that you might feel content wearing it all the time.
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Women are particularly susceptible to bladder problems, an often painful and frequently embarrassing issue that can make daily life harder than it needs to be. Fortunately, you may not have to tolerate these problems if you monitor the health of your bladder. You can take steps avoid prevent bladder problems and help keep your bladder healthy throughout your life.
Complete Elimination
As a woman, you can help prevent bladder infections by completely emptying your bladder when you urinate.
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Issues with your feet can leave you in pain and occasionally embarrassed, but not seeking the help of a medical professional should never be an option. If you feel that your feet aren't as healthy as you'd like, your first phone call should be to a podiatrist's clinic to describe the issue and ask if a podiatry appointment is the right approach to take. In many cases the answer you receive will be positive and you'll be able to promptly make your appointment to start the healing process.
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Becoming sexually active comes with many risk factors, one of which is the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted infection. You now have the responsibility to get screened regularly because one in every five Americans will contract a sexually transmitted infection in their lifetime and not even know it. If left untreated, a sexually transmitted infection can lead to other health issues and in worst cases, death. It may seem embarrassing to check, but on the contrary, it is the most responsible thing that a person who is sexually active to do.
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When the time comes in your life where you need a colonoscopy procedure, you may find yourself in an unfamiliar situation and feel unsure or even a bit nervous. However, a colonoscopy is a routine procedure that everyone should go through several times throughout their adult lives. To get yourself prepared for your first colonoscopy procedure, there are some steps you should take and things you should know about the procedure.
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