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… Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview … a heart attack or stroke. Do not take the NSAID pill during either the 8 hours before or the 30 minutes after you … clots. Aspirin keeps platelets from clumping together, thus helping to prevent or reduce blood clots. Most heart attacks …
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… Fatigue During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … are pregnant. This tiredness, or fatigue, is most common during the first and third trimesters. During the first trimester, your developing baby (fetus) is …
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… Breastfeeding During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … pregnant, be aware of the following issues: Breastfeeding during pregnancy is not recommended if you are at risk for … need additional calories and nutrients if you breastfeed during pregnancy. See your health professional or a …
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… Sex During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Talk to your doctor if you have concerns or questions. Sex during the first trimester will not cause problems. Having … fetus floats in amniotic fluid that acts as a cushion. Sex during the second or third trimesters usually will not cause …
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… Caffeine During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Many women have caffeine during pregnancy. And in small amounts, caffeine is safe for … bar. Talk to your doctor about caffeine and nutrition during pregnancy. Miscarriage Missed or …
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… Nutrition During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Your nutrition needs increase during pregnancy. Your body needs protein , carbohydrate , … canola oil, nuts, and fish. Important vitamins and minerals during pregnancy include: Calcium. Calcium is found in dairy …
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… Fever During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … not unusual to develop a viral illness that causes a fever during pregnancy or after your delivery. Mild fevers that … not unusual to develop a viral illness that causes a fever during pregnancy or after your delivery. Mild fevers that …
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… Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Screening On this page: Overview Overview Screening for heart attack and stroke risk is a way for your doctor to check … blood flow problems, such as coronary artery disease, heart attack, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease. You and …
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… Supporting Someone Who Has an Eating Disorder On this page: Overview Overview When someone you care about has an eating disorder such as … their actions, both successes and setbacks. Offer support during times of discouragement. Do not urge them to eat or …
