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… a specific injury, especially if symptoms began slowly or during everyday activities. Elbow injuries occur most often during: Sports or recreational activities. Work-related … the home. Falls. Most elbow injuries in children occur during activities, such as sports or play, or are the result …
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… or observation, is sometimes used to manage a high-risk pregnancy. You may need expectant management at home or in … to these checkups. Expectant management in the hospital During expectant management in the hospital, you and your … to these checkups. Expectant management in the hospital During expectant management in the hospital, you and your …
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… of many birds and animals. Tick bites occur most often during early spring to late summer and in areas where there … body helps you avoid diseases that the tick may pass on during feeding. Removing the tick's head helps prevent an … to kill any ticks that might remain. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… If taken daily as prescribed, these hormones prevent pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) … unless directed by your doctor. You should have your period during the 7 days without medication. After you have gone 7 … body adjusts to the medication. If you do not have bleeding during the 7 days when you are not taking the medication, …
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… roof of the baby's mouth (palate) doesn't develop normally during pregnancy, leaving an opening (cleft) in the palate that may … It's important to take good care of yourself before and during your pregnancy so that your baby will be as healthy …
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… days. It has three phases: early, active and transition. During the early phase, you might have a backache and feel …
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… stage of labour - active phase Last updated August 11, 2013 During the active phase of first-stage labour you may feel … between contractions. Look into her eyes and help her focus during her contractions. When to call your doctor or … Resources & links Labor and delivery Contractions during pregnancy: what to expect … First stage of labour - active …
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… birthed. This stage can take five to 30 minutes or longer. During this time you may experience cramps and be asked to … confirmation that he or she is healthy. What to expect during third stage labour Image The umbilical cord is cut … Resources & links: Labour and delivery Contractions during pregnancy: What to expect … Information on the third stage …
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… high levels of prolactin, which helps make breast milk. During pregnancy, prolactin levels increase by 10 to 20 times. … are different throughout the day. The highest levels occur during sleep and shortly after you wake up. Prolactin levels …
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… a progestin (drospirenone). This product is used to prevent pregnancy. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills … or missed/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use. If any of these effects … liver disease) history of yellowing eyes/skin (jaundice) during pregnancy or while using birth control pills …
