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… Low Bone Density On this page: … to low bone density: Eating disorders or metabolism problems that do not allow the body to take in and use … you are about 30 years old. So for children and people younger than 30, anything that helps increase bone density …
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… Meniscectomy for a Meniscus Tear On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … based on the meniscus's ability to heal as well as your age, health, and activity level. Your doctor will suggest … try to remove as little of the meniscus as they can. Younger people who have a meniscus tear from an injury are …
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… B.C. immunization schedule Last updated August 19, 2024 Image Keep your family’s vaccinations up to date Vaccines help … diseases, like measles, mumps, and whooping cough On this page: Why are vaccines important? Immunization schedules Book … to help protect against vaccine-preventable diseases at any age. In Canada, the risk of getting a vaccine-preventable …
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… Types of Migraine Headaches On this page: Overview Overview There are two … by a headache. This form of migraine often happens after age 50 if you had migraines with aura when you were younger. The symptoms may include streaks or points of light …
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… Birth Control: Myths About Sex and Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Several myths … can or can't become pregnant persist, particularly among younger people. Myths and truths about becoming pregnant … a couple of weeks before their first-ever period. Girls age 10 or 11 are known to have become pregnant. I can't get …
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… had a case of dandruff. Even though you might think these problems just affect your appearance, they can make you feel … Acne: Treatment With Salicylic Acid Actinic Keratosis Age-Related Foot Changes Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cold … Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and Older Rashes or Sores in the Groin …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Twins or More On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What … A pregnancy of twins or more is considered to be high-risk. Problems are more common in multiple pregnancies than in … Any pregnancy has risks. But the chance of having problems is higher in a multiple pregnancy, and the risk …
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… Labyrinthitis On this page: … infection caused by bacteria. The trigger may be an upper respiratory infection, such as influenza (flu) or a cold. … Symptoms of vertigo and dizziness may be caused by many problems other than labyrinthitis. Vertigo begins without …
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… Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation On this page: Overview Overview A tubal ligation … had prior abdominal or pelvic surgery or who have heart or respiratory diseases. A mini-lap may not be appropriate for … had prior abdominal or pelvic surgery or who have heart or respiratory diseases. A mini-lap may not be appropriate for …
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… Aromatherapy (Essential Oils Therapy) On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Related … And some can interfere with a child's hormones, causing problems like abnormal breast growth. Nor should anyone use … and conditions include: Lung conditions such as asthma, respiratory allergies, or chronic lung disease. Oils may …