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… Basics What is placenta previa? Placenta previa is a pregnancy problem in which the placenta blocks the cervix . … and oxygen. In a normal pregnancy, the placenta is attached high up in the uterus, away from the cervix. In placenta … have warning signs such as: Painless vaginal bleeding. The blood is often bright red, and the bleeding can range from …
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… capacity and efficiency Improved systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements Reduced systemic inflammation … on physical activity for general health and various chronic conditions, including hypertension and chronic heart failure. The handouts are intended to be used …
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… Canada recommends testing between the 24th to 28th weeks of pregnancy. Pregnant people who are at high risk for type 2 diabetes should be tested at the first … least every 3 years. footnote 2 If the test shows that your blood sugar is slightly high, you may have prediabetes . If …
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… of acetaminophen are rare if it is taken in correct doses. High doses of acetaminophen can cause liver and kidney … if you have liver or kidney disease or if you take blood thinning medication that contains warfarin. If you are … 3 days.   Back Problems and Injuries Chronic Pain Low Back Pain Adaptation Date: …
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… with severe jaundice . It happens when a substance in the blood, called bilirubin, builds up to very high levels and spreads into the brain tissues. This causes … kidneys, and it leaves the body in urine and stool. During pregnancy, the mother's body removes the extra bilirubin for …
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… they release a waste product called creatinine into the blood. The kidneys then filter creatinine from the blood. … urinary tract. If the kidneys are not functioning normally, high amounts of creatinine remain in the blood while low amounts are passed out in the urine. During a normal pregnancy, increased blood volume and kidney function cause …
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… (group C). People with this problem do not have enough blood cells and have problems with the heart, kidneys, arms, … care decisions that are important to many health problems. Pregnancy: Should I Have Amniocentesis? Pregnancy: Should I … a type of genetic test. It can help show whether people in high-risk groups for a specific disease (certain ethnic …
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… pneumonia and repeated episodes of severe bronchitis. Chronic bronchitis keeps coming back and can last a long time, especially in people who smoke. Chronic bronchitis means that you have a cough with mucus … pneumonia and repeated episodes of severe bronchitis. Chronic bronchitis keeps coming back and can last a long …
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… amount of alcohol use comes with risks. The risks are even higher for young people. Alcohol is a leading cause of death … include: Flushed skin Frequent urination Slurred speech Chronic (long-term) risks refer to the effects of drinking … cancers Increased risk of stroke and heart disease High blood pressure Reduced resistance to infection and …
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… It is a sign that there's too much bilirubin in the baby's blood. The word for having too much bilirubin in the blood … seriously. In rare cases, if the bilirubin level stays high and isn't treated, it can cause brain damage called … Newborn Premature (Preterm) Infant Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: …