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Pain Medicines for Cancer

… and sprays Taking pain medicines by mouth is the most common way they are used to treat cancer pain. Some … prevent or control them. Know that you may need to try different medicines, different ways to take them, or different … of medicines. Never share your pain medicines with anyone. Store your medicines in a safe place so they can’t be …
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When Can a Child Wear Contact Lenses?

… before, for all types of lenses. Wearing contacts has become an option for many children. There are no set rules for … child is old enough to drive. In some cases, contacts can offer better quality of vision than eyeglasses. Studies have … child's abilities and maturity level must be taken into account when thinking about contact lenses. Personal wear and …
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Bone Scan

… X-rays. Why might I need a bone scan? Bone scans are most commonly used to look for the spread of cancer. The bone … bone tumors There may be other reasons for your doctor to recommend a bone scan. What are the risks of a bone scan? The … usual diet and activities, unless your doctor tells you differently. Your doctor may give you other instructions after …
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