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… Problems After Childbirth: Urination and Bowel Problems Alcohol Effects on a Fetus Alcohol or Drug Use During … the Membranes Asthma During Pregnancy Automated Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Avoiding Mercury in Fish Baby … Pregnancy HELLP Syndrome Hepatitis C in Pregnancy High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy High-Risk Pregnancy HIV and …
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… your doctor if it is safe. If you are breastfeeding, limit alcohol. There isn't a lot of research about exactly how much alcohol can harm a baby. Having no alcohol is the safest choice for your baby. If you choose to …
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… Shunt surgeries are designed to redirect the flow of blood or belly fluid through other areas of the body. Types … in the belly ( ascites ). They divert the fluid into normal blood circulation. Portacaval shunts. These shunts may lower … transplant candidates because of advanced age, continuing alcohol use, or both. Have not had success with other …
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… things that raise your risk include heart failure, high blood pressure, a previous stroke, and diabetes. Your doctor … that risk. When you take an anticoagulant, also called a blood thinner, you need to take extra steps to avoid … have kidney or liver disease, or drink large amounts of alcohol. When you take an anticoagulant, also called a blood …
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… condition I have, such as instructions about monitoring my blood sugar if I have diabetes? Yes ___ No ___ Are there any … you have been keeping since your last visit, such as a blood sugar record if you have diabetes. Current as … condition I have, such as instructions about monitoring my blood sugar if I have diabetes? Yes ___ No ___ Are there any …
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… worse very quickly. Your heart suddenly cannot pump as much blood as your body needs. Sudden heart failure causes rapid … for oxygen. These include anemia (not having enough red blood cells) and thyroid problems. Extremely high blood … you need help with this. If you smoke, quit. Limit or avoid alcohol. Ask your doctor how much alcohol, if any, is safe …
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… feel like lumps just under the nipple and can cause a bloody discharge from the nipple. Women close to menopause … painful and can occur anywhere in the breast or nipple. Blood clots Blood clots in a vein (thrombophlebitis) can feel like a …
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… getting enough weight-bearing exercise. Drinking too much alcohol. Osteoporosis Canada recommends drinking no more … the strength of your bones. Your doctor may also do blood and urine tests to rule out other problems that may cause bone loss. Blood tests can also tell if low levels of testosterone or …
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… medical history including lifestyle factors, such as alcohol, drugs and tobacco, physical activity and nutrition … checkup that includes: Listening to your heart Taking your blood pressure Measuring your height and weight Abdominal … swab to inspect your cervix and check for infections Blood tests: To check complete blood count (includes …
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… as often as your doctor tells you, to keep it clear of blood and prevent clotting. If it ends in more than one line … saline solution, syringes, needleless injection cannulas, alcohol swabs, and a disposal box. What you need will vary … as often as your doctor tells you, to keep it clear of blood and prevent clotting. If it ends in more than one line …
