Question 1

how can i prevent mastitis?

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Remove obstruction: Mastitis occurs from a plugged duct, which is often due to anything that hampers milk flow, ie an obstruction.  This may be from an ill fitting bra or lack of complete emptying of the breast during a feeding.  Diets high in saturated fat and sodium also increase your risk of plugged ducts.  So, allow your baby to nurse long enough to soften your breast, wear loose clothing and eat a healthy diet.

Question 2

how can i prevent mastitis after i start weaning?

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Not likely a problem: Mastitis is most common around 2 weeks after delivery.  Onceyou start to wean, you may have some engorgement.  However, you are not at increased risk for developing mastitis.

Question 3

is there any way to prevent recurring mastitis in a postpartum woman?

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If Rx fails-surgery: We do everything not to operate especially in the post partum period    but if long standing drainage-infection- drainage-- abscesses  we will make a circumareolar incision and tie off the ducts under the nipple and remove all surrounding inflammatory tissue.

Question 4

i had a baby about 4 weeks ago, i am breastfeeding him. in the last 3 weeks i've had mastitis 2 times. what are ways to prevent it?

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Frequent Feedings.: Increase the frequency and duration of your baby's feedings.  Also, if you can, avoid lying on your breast or sleeping on your stomach as this restricts flow to through the milk ducts.  Drink plenty of fluids, rest, and see your doctor for help if you experience more feeding problems.

Question 5

is there any prevention from graves disease?

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: If you mean any diet, exercise or medication that would prevent Grave's disease, I am not aware of any.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. 
Get HPV, Flu and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!

Question 6

whats the quickest way to cure constipation and how can i prevent it in the future?

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High fiber and ...: Quickest way to cure constipation may not necessarily be the best way because constipation varies in duration, from person to person and can be caused by  many conditions.  There are many OTC remedies one can try initially and if they do not do the job see the PCP or Gastroenterologist for help. For prevention adding High fiber foods &amp; probiotics could be quite helpful.

Question 7

how can i prevent this?

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Dr. examines, tests: A vaginal discharge is anything coming from the vagina that is more than the scant amount of normal mucous that healthy women have. A discharge that has odor is usually an infection with germs such as bacteria, trichomonas, gonorrhea or chlamydia (discharge gets worse as infection gets worse). A woman with a discharge should see her doctor for an exam and maybe some medication.

Question 8

how can i prevent cankles?

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Maintain weight: The best way to prevent excess tissue in the ankle area is to maintain a healthy weight overall. This should be done through a healthy diet and physical activity.

Question 9

how can i prevent hypocalimia?

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Please clarify: Do you mean hypokalemia (not enough potassium) or hypocalcemia (not enough calcium)?

Question 10

how can i prevent being drugged?

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Be cautious: If what you are referring to is a party/ bar-like setting, bring your own drinks and never let them out of your sight. Or when using cans/bottles keep your thumb over the opening. Unless you are being forced to consume pills or use needles, drinks are one of the most common ways for this to occur and you are your best defense.

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