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… Combining Breastfeeding and Formula-Feeding On this page: Overview Overview You may choose to breastfeed and use a bottle for some of your baby's feedings. It is best to wait until your baby has been breastfeeding well for several weeks …
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… Infections: How a Male Genital Exam Is Done On this page: Overview Overview During this … infections , the doctor: Looks for discharge from your penis. The doctor may put a thin swab into the urethra … test for infections such as chlamydia or gonorrhea. Checks your testicles for swelling and tenderness. May look at the …
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… Does Aspirin Prevent Cancer? On this page: Overview Overview Studies seem to … But daily aspirin use increases the risk of bleeding inside your body, such as in the stomach. The evidence isn't strong … that the benefits outweigh the risks. It's best to talk to your doctor so that you understand the possible benefits as …
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… Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy On this page: … during pregnancy? You may have Rh-negative blood, and your baby may have Rh-positive blood. If the two types of blood mix, your body will make antibodies. This is called Rh …
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… Diabetes: Tests to Watch for Complications On this page: Overview Overview These … level of blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months. It helps your doctor see whether blood sugar levels have been staying within your target range. How often: Every 3 to 6 months Goal: A …
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… (LEEP) for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … that shows tissue that isn't normal. During LEEP, your doctor will put a tool called a speculum into your vagina. It opens the vagina a little bit. This lets …
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… Social Connections On this page: Overview Overview What are social … connect with them by telephone or through the Internet. Your network of relationships may be big or small. One or … may be all you need to feel supported and valued. Whether your circle is big or small, the important thing is that you …
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… Hormone Treatment for Breast Cancer On this page: Overview Overview Some breast … works in one of two ways: It lowers the amount of hormones your body makes. It blocks the cell receptors. This keeps … (Femara). GnRH agonists or LH-RH agonists. They stop your ovaries from making estrogen. They include: Goserelin …
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… Cellulitis On this page: … Doctors are often able to diagnose cellulitis based on your symptoms and a physical examination. In most cases, you … But tests sometimes may be done to find out what's causing your symptoms and to rule out other problems. For example, …
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… Clostridioides Difficile (C. diff) Colitis On this page: What is … take antibiotics to kill bacteria that do cause disease, your medicine may also kill the good bacteria. This may … Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) bacteria to grow in your large intestine. They can release harmful substances …