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… caused by a bone problem in the neck portion of the spine (cervical spine). This is known as a congenital malformation of the cervical spine. Torticollis may also occur later in life, … about your baby's birth. He or she may want an X-ray of the cervical spine to rule out bone problems. Your doctor may …
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… the release of an egg from the ovaries Thickening cervical mucus so sperm can’t reach the egg Thinning the … include condoms, diaphragms, contraceptives sponges and cervical caps. Diaphragms and cervical caps are not widely available in Canada. It is …
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… spine can also narrow the openings that make space for the spinal cord and for the nerves that branch off the spinal cord (spinal nerves). This narrowing is called spinal stenosis. It can lead to pressure on the spinal cord or …
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… root. The vertebrae of the spine are divided into regions : cervical (C), thoracic (T), lumbar (L), sacrum (S), and … each region, each vertebra is numbered. For example, the cervical vertebrae are C1 through C7. Doctors use these … The vertebrae of the spine are divided into regions : cervical (C), thoracic (T), lumbar (L), sacrum (S), and …
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… defect . Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) . Pulmonary valve stenosis . Aortic valve stenosis . Coarctation of the aorta . What are not … defect . Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) . Pulmonary valve stenosis . Aortic valve stenosis . Coarctation of the aorta …
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… that also may need attention. Trouble breathing, shock, spinal injuries, and severe bleeding are all … of shock No Symptoms of shock Do you think there could be a spinal cord injury ? Yes Possible spinal cord injury No Possible spinal cord injury Are there …
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… valve is very tight and narrow, it's called mitral valve stenosis. In both of these cases, blood doesn't flow through … Mitral valve repair surgery is done to treat mitral valve stenosis or regurgitation. You might decide to have this … Regurgitation: Repair or Replace the Valve? Mitral Valve Stenosis: Repair or Replacement? How Well It Works Surgery …
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… injuries that need attention. Trouble breathing, shock, spinal injuries, and severe bleeding are all … of shock No Signs of shock Do you think there could be a spinal cord injury ? Yes Possible spinal cord injury No Possible spinal cord injury Are there …
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… An MRI usually isn't helpful in these cases. Pressure on a spinal nerve can cause sciatica symptoms, which usually … better on their own in a few weeks or months. Arthritis . Spinal stenosis . Other serious causes of back pain, such as …
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… valve can't let enough blood through, the problem is called stenosis. Heart valves can be damaged by wear and tear that … Aortic Valve Regurgitation Aortic Valve Stenosis Congenital Heart Defects in Children Dilated … Cardiomyopathy Mitral Valve Regurgitation Mitral Valve Stenosis Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: …
