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… , tumours, foreign objects, infections, and abnormal growths or changes in bone structure or size. An X-ray of … not a reason to avoid the test. If you need an X-ray during pregnancy, a lead apron will be put over your belly to … not a reason to avoid the test. If you need an X-ray during pregnancy, a lead apron will be put over your belly to …
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… hard to see on ultrasound. And they can't be felt during a physical examination. But abnormal parathyroid glands may be … right place. The glands are not too big or too small. No growths or other problems are seen. Abnormal: The thyroid gland is too big, or a growth (thyroid nodule) or cyst is seen in the thyroid …
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… from conditions such as an infection, arthritis , bone growths (tumours), or other bone diseases, such as … not a reason to avoid the test. If you need an X-ray during pregnancy, a lead apron will be placed over your belly to … not a reason to avoid the test. If you need an X-ray during pregnancy, a lead apron will be placed over your belly to …
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… to look at the baby's genes. It can also be used later in pregnancy. Amniocentesis for genetic testing Amniocentesis … time to think about their options. Amniocentesis in late pregnancy This test may also be done later in pregnancy if your doctor thinks you may have an infection of …
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… An infection, endometriosis , or a previous ectopic pregnancy may cause severe scarring of the fallopian tubes and block the tubes. This can prevent pregnancy. Find problems in the uterus, such as an abnormal … (such as an intrauterine device, or IUD ), tumours, or growths are seen in the uterus. Abnormal: Fallopian tubes …
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… the roof of the mouth (cleft palate), cysts, abscesses, or growths. Occlusal X-rays may also be used to find a foreign … a reason to avoid the test. Dental X-rays are safe during pregnancy. So most dental work can be done while you are … a reason to avoid the test. Dental X-rays are safe during pregnancy. So most dental work can be done while you are …
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… is done to: Check for and possibly take out abnormal growths (such as tumours) in the belly or pelvis. Check for and treat conditions such as endometriosis , ectopic pregnancy , or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) . Find … such as endometriosis, or infection may be seen. An ectopic pregnancy may be present. Inflammation of an internal organ …
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… lungs. This problem is called a pulmonary embolism. During pregnancy, Doppler ultrasound may be used to look at blood … Doppler ultrasound may be used to guide decisions during pregnancy when: The fetus is smaller than normal for the … a leg scan, you may be asked to lie on your stomach. During pregnancy, you will lie on your back or on your left side …
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… of ALP in the blood. These conditions include rapid bone growth (during puberty), bone disease (such as Paget's … can also raise ALP levels. Women in the third trimester of pregnancy have high ALP levels because the placenta makes … can also raise ALP levels. Women in the third trimester of pregnancy have high ALP levels because the placenta makes …
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… Done An ear examination may be done: As part of a routine physical examination. As part of the process to screen … up to straighten the ear canal. For a baby under 12 months, the ear will be pulled downward and out to … up to straighten the ear canal. For a baby under 12 months, the ear will be pulled downward and out to …
