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… . Sickle cell disease . Certain drugs or toxins. Inherited gene changes. Unknown causes. This is called idiopathic … symptoms. If your doctor thinks you have it, you may have tests such as: A chest X-ray. Lung function tests. An … . Sickle cell disease . Certain drugs or toxins. Inherited gene changes. Unknown causes. This is called idiopathic …
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… the liver . In time, it can lead to cirrhosis , liver cancer, or liver failure. Some people who get the infection … baby before or during delivery. It isn't spread through breast milk, sharing food or drink, or casual contact like … been exposed to the virus. A blood test that looks for the genetic material (RNA) of the hepatitis C virus. This test …
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… If you bank or donate your baby's cord blood, it will be tested for genetic and infectious diseases. What you learn from a genetic test can affect your life and that of your family in …
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… one or both ovaries, or to treat severe endometriosis, or breast cancer. It may also be done to lower the risk of ovarian … thought about the facts and your feelings, you may have a general idea of where you stand on this decision. Show which …
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… or diabetes medicines, diet, and exercise. Home blood sugar testing will help you see if your blood sugar is within your … matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where … health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer …
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… how your body uses energy. Most thyroid nodules are not cancer and do not cause problems. Many don't even need … about any changes in how you've been feeling. You may have tests to see how well your thyroid is working. Possible … a small amount of material from the nodule to check for cancer. If your nodule is not cancerous, your doctor will …
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… can be felt in the neck, groin, and underarms. Lymph nodes generally are not tender or painful. Most lymph nodes in the … the arm or hand. A rare cause of axillary swelling may be breast cancer or lymphoma . The lymph nodes in the groin (femoral …
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… Breastfeeding: Sore Nipples On this page: Overview Overview Pain during breastfeeding is a sign of a problem and should not be … from the baby's mouth to a different part of the breast. General breast care and treatment for sore nipples Allow …
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… gland ( hyperthyroidism ), thyroid nodules , and thyroid cancer —need to be screened for thyroid problems. In Canada, … people who do not have symptoms of thyroid problems. But testing is recommended for people who have vague symptoms … of medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) may want to have a genetic test. Before having the test, it is a good idea to …
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… Storing and using breastmilk Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have to be … your baby for more than a few hours, you can express your breast milk and store it for later. Here's some advice on making sure your milk is stored safely. Expressed breast milk can be safely stored (in a sterilized bottle) …
