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… An intrauterine device (IUD) is a very effective method of birth control. It is a small, plastic, T-shaped device that … and cramping. How it is done Your doctor will place the IUD during an office visit. You may be asked to take a pain … to 60 minutes before you come in. This can help with cramps during the IUD placement. First, you will probably take a …
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… behind an eye. Some people have an aura shortly before or during the headache. During an aura, you may see spots or flashing lights. Other … if you are a teenager or young adult. Migraines often start during these years but may peak in your 30s. Prevention You …
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… and neck. "Congenital" means a condition that is present at birth. Congenital torticollis occurs at or shortly after … shortened neck muscle. The muscle may get injured before or during the baby's birth. The injured muscle may bleed and … chin toward the shoulder of the affected side. For example: During feeding, hold your child in a way that makes him or …
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… several medicines. Some antiepileptic medicines can make birth control pills less effective and make a woman more … about the benefits and risks of taking epilepsy medicine during your pregnancy. It you are already pregnant, it is … if you stop taking your medicine, and having seizures during pregnancy can harm the baby. …
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… Common Types of Birthmarks On this page: Overview … away on their own and most darken, thicken, and form bumps during adulthood. Port-wine stains may become more obvious when the body's hormones are changing, such as during puberty or pregnancy. Laser therapy may lighten or …
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… is much broader. It refers to depression that occurs both during pregnancy and up to one year after your baby’s birth.  Perinatal depression is common - as many as one in … experiencing any of the signs and symptoms of depression during your pregnancy or after your baby is born, help is …
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… their babies through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or other misfortune. This loss can be devastating; … a baby after a pregnancy loss If you've had a baby die during pregnancy and are now pregnant again, know that it is … provider. After a stillbirth, some women may feel detached during a new pregnancy. If you experience these feelings, …
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… easily. Stage N2 lasts from about 30 to 60 minutes. During this stage, your muscles become more relaxed and you … Stage N3 is deep sleep and lasts about 20 to 40 minutes. During this stage, delta brain activity increases and you … up someone in stage N3. REM sleep Most dreaming happens during REM sleep. During REM sleep: The eyes and eyelids …
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… The risk of having a baby with ASD is higher if either birth parent: Is at an older age. Has another child who has … Observe how your child interacts with others and behaves during play or while doing specific tasks. This can help you … calming feeling. Others may not feel pain at all. Symptoms during childhood People who have ASD are born with it. In …
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… in the third trimester Last updated August 10, 2013 During the third trimester (the last three months of … to develop, gains weight and begins to prepare for the birthing process.   Here's a detailed overview of how your baby’s growing. During the third trimester (the last three months of …