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… Second-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … tests During your second trimester, you can expect to have: A glucose tolerance test (GTT) to check for … problems during pregnancy and after birth. Testing for genetic conditions and birth defects You can choose whether …
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… First-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … visit during your first trimester, you'll be weighed and have your blood pressure checked. Your urine may also be … problems during pregnancy and after birth. Testing for genetic conditions and birth defects You can choose whether …
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… Third-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: Overview Overview At … If your baby is not head-down after 36 weeks, you may have a fetal ultrasound to confirm the position. Your care … problems during pregnancy and after delivery. If you have your first prenatal visit during your third trimester, …
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… Infertility: Setting Limits on Testing On this page: Overview Overview … cause. What types of treatment you each might be willing to have. How much money you have to spend on testing and treatment. Whether you have
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… Heart Rate Problems: Should I Get a Pacemaker? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … don't need to stay overnight in the hospital. What are the risks? There are several risks to getting a pacemaker. But …
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… Eating Disorders: Malnutrition Tests On this page: Overview Overview As … doctor may order certain tests to see whether your body is generally healthy. These may include blood or urine tests to … minerals in the body. A doctor may also test whether you have difficulty digesting certain foods, such as milk and …
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… Obesity: Should I Take Weight-Loss Medicine? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … it probably won't help you. footnote 1 What are the risks and side effects of some weight-loss medicines? Weight …
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… disorder (TMD) . Maintain good posture. Slumping your shoulders or staying in positions in which your upper body … disorder (TMD) . Maintain good posture. Slumping your shoulders or staying in positions in which your upper body …
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… ADHD: Tests for Other Disorders On this page: Overview Related … disorders. The child may be asked questions (verbal tests) or may be given written tests to evaluate his or her intellectual abilities. There …
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… Hearing Loss: Should I Get Hearing Aids? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … is usually involved? What are the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Try hearing aids Try hearing aids …