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… syndrome (SIDS)? Sometimes a baby who seems healthy dies during sleep. If this happens to a healthy baby younger than … controls breathing, heart rate and rhythm, and temperature during the first few months of life. There are some factors that may increase the risk of SIDS. If during pregnancy, the mother: Is younger than 20 years old. Smokes …
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… most people don't have symptoms. Trich can cause problems during pregnancy. What causes it? Trich is caused by a parasite . … in the genital area. Pain or burning when you urinate. Pain during sex. How is it diagnosed? To diagnose trich, your …
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… versions of this article. To keep supply and demand working during breastfeeding: Avoid unnecessary supplements such as …
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… Overview Expectant management is the close monitoring of a pregnancy for complications. It may involve some bedrest at … light of your condition. When you are resting or sleeping during late pregnancy, try to lie on your side. This is … light of your condition. When you are resting or sleeping during late pregnancy, try to lie on your side. This is …
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… ovulation. Normally, one of your ovaries releases an egg during your menstrual cycle. This is called ovulation . If … about your menstrual periods and do a pelvic examination . During the examination, your doctor will check for signs of … release two hormones, estrogen and progestin. They prevent pregnancy and also can reduce menstrual bleeding and pain. …
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… in their spine, such as scoliosis. How is it diagnosed? During pregnancy, you can have a blood test (quad screen) and an … when you need help. How can you prevent it? Before and during pregnancy, a woman can help prevent spina bifida in …
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… loss of consciousness Did the loss of consciousness occur during the past 24 hours? Yes Loss of consciousness in past … Yes Feels faint No Feels faint Do you get short of breath during physical activity and have trouble getting your … down or stop. Yes Fast heart rate and shortness of breath during physical activity No Fast heart rate and shortness of …
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… time in a dwelling or other building that isn't well heated during cold weather. Injuries from cold exposure "Frostnip" … to force their eyes open in high winds or cold weather, or during activities such as snowmobiling or cross-country … loss of consciousness Did the loss of consciousness occur during the past 24 hours? Yes Loss of consciousness in past …
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… to formula. This is even more likely if the change happens during the first 2 to 3 weeks of life. As babies grow older, … a large mass of stool. The child may have to "push hard" during the bowel movement, which may be painful. Passing the … the problem. Don't be discouraged if the problem comes back during these months. The rectum is made of muscle tissue. …
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… . It can relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. During a catheter ablation, the doctor destroys tiny areas … (EKG, ECG) show the heart's electrical activity during atrial fibrillation and when a heart has a pacemaker. … to you after the ablation compared to before the ablation. During your follow-up visits, tell your doctor if you have …