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… on the drug. How does drug withdrawal affect newborns? Babies born with the effects of drug withdrawal may: Be … This can be stressful for you and your baby. But most babies recover after the body has rid itself of the drug. … is in your baby's body. What can you do if you used drugs during pregnancy? If you used drugs or took prescription …
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… feeling tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How much iron do I … women need more iron to support the growth of their babies. If you are pregnant, choose iron-rich foods every …
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… a specific injury, especially if symptoms began slowly or during everyday activities. Elbow injuries occur most often … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your … the ball 20 to 25 times. Hold each squeeze for about 5 seconds. After 2 to 3 weeks of hand grip exercises, you may …
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… arteries (four-vessel study) carrying blood to the brain. During an angiogram, a thin, soft tube called a catheter is … or most of your clothes. You will be given a gown to wear during the test. The test may take several hours, so you … You may be asked to take a breath and hold it for several seconds. Several X-ray pictures will be taken one after …
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… for these diseases in the past. It may also be given during the third trimester of pregnancy to help prevent pertussis in the … history including previous reactions to any vaccines During pregnancy, this vaccine is usually recommended. …
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… your milk production. It also may make your baby fussy. Babies who are exposed to second-hand smoke are at increased risk for many problems, … your milk production. It also may make your baby fussy. Babies who are exposed to second-hand smoke are at increased …
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… or your breast. Use soap, and scrub your hands for 10 to 15 seconds. Then rinse well in warm water. Use a clean paper … try a different size of breast shield. Empty both breasts during each pumping session. After you pump, your breasts … try a different size of breast shield. Empty both breasts during each pumping session. After you pump, your breasts …
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… scan that is done to look at these organs for disease. During a liver and spleen scan, a radioactive tracer … or most of your clothes. You will be given a gown to wear during the test. You will empty your bladder right before the scan. During the test The technologist cleans the site on your arm …
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… the tongue) is about 37°C (98.6°F) . It usually rises during the day from a low of 36.3°C (97.4°F) in the morning … So be sure to look for other symptoms along with the fever. Babies with a fever often have an infection caused by a … infection or bacterial pneumonia, also can cause a fever. Babies younger than 3 months should be seen by a doctor …
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… 2 weeks should have at least 1 or 2 bowel movements a day. Babies older than 3-4 weeks can go 2 days and sometimes … your baby is feeding well and seems comfortable. Breastfed babies are more likely to have frequent stools. They may … to formula. This is even more likely if the change happens during the first 2 to 3 weeks of life. As babies grow older, …
