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… acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines and natural health products you take. Your … getting help to quit. Smoking can harm your baby. And it increases the chances that you will have problems from diabetes. Related …
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… Exercise During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Exercise is good for … you could lose your balance. Stay hydrated and avoid overheating Do not become overheated while exercising. To avoid … of a complication of your pregnancy or an existing chronic illness or condition. You may be able to do simple exercises …
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… Depression in Older Adults On this page: Related Information What is depression? … may not be recognized. Many older adults take many medicines, and certain medicines may cause symptoms that are … you feel depressed. These things may also help lower the chance of depression coming back. Get regular exercise. Even …
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… Deciding About Surgery On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The major decision … a success, you may have problems after surgery, such as: An increased risk of blood clots. These can break off and cause … you have the surgery. A valve that fails. There is a small chance that the valve won't work. Your doctor will need to …
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… for a Child Who Has ADHD Self-Care for Adults Who Have ADHD Medicines Related Information What is … into adulthood. ADHD can be treated with behaviour therapy, medicines, and counselling. Treatment can improve your life. …
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… Alcohol Effects on a Fetus On this page: Related Information What effect does alcohol … pregnant. The earlier you tell your doctor, the better the chances are for your child. If your doctor knows to look for … early, even if they are mild, gives a child the best chance to reach his or her full potential in life. Finding …
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… HIV: Stages of Infection On this page: Overview Related Information Overview The World Health … of HIV infection Acute retroviral syndrome : This is an illness with symptoms like mononucleosis . It often develops … notice them. Stage 1 (HIV infection) : There are no AIDS -related conditions AND the CD4+ cell count is at least 500 …
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… are normal and harmless. They aren't cancer, and they don't increase your chance of getting breast cancer. But having fibrocystic … anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) skin cream. Stronger medicines are available, but they may have more side …
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… Cardiac Arrest On this page: Related Information What is … cardiac death. footnote 1 Some other health problems can increase the chance of a deadly heart rhythm. They include: Heart disease …
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… Patient Rights On this page: Overview Related Information Overview What are patient rights? As a … rights to privacy (or confidentiality) with respect to your illness and treatment plan. They also include the right to … puts the fewest possible restrictions on your lifestyle. Related Information Making the Most of Your Appointment …
