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… Cervical Cell Changes on a Pap Test On this page: Overview Related … squamous cells (ASC). These are changes for which the cause is unknown. They may be caused by an HPV infection. Or … dysplasia) mean cell changes that are more likely to be precancerous and develop into cervical cancer if left …
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… Breast Cancer Types On this page: Overview … Overview Breast cancer is the abnormal growth of the cells that line the ducts and lobes of the breast. When … cells in the lining of a duct or lobe of the breast haven't spread, they are said to be non-invasive , or "in …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d … to your developing baby. What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, … nurse, or midwife Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity …
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Skin Changes Caused by a Medicine On this page: Overview … for heart rhythm problems, such as amiodarone. Antibiotics. Cancer medicines. Seizure medicines. Reactions when the skin … the doctor who prescribed the medicine to find out if you should stop taking the medicine or take a different one. An …
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… incision ( laparotomy ). But if there is any concern about cancer, you may have a laparotomy. It gives the best view of the abdominal … can usually resume normal activities within a day. But you should avoid strenuous activity or exercise for about a …
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… and nervous system. Contribute to the development of some cancers, such as cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, … come to. But unless something else is wrong, these symptoms should pass pretty quickly and you should soon feel about as … accept help. Don't give up after the first "no." Keep asking. If the person agrees, act that very day to arrange …
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… Breast Cancer Screening On this page: Overview … for when to start having mammograms and how often to have them vary from province to province. You should discuss the benefits and harms of mammograms with …
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… and over-the-counter medicines. If you think you might have a substance use disorder, our topics can give you the … Story: Quitting Smoking Improves Cholesterol LSD Lung Cancer and Other Lung Problems From Smoking Making a Change … information section Make a Wise Decision Quitting Smoking: Should I Use Medicine? Open/close information section Take …
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… Sickle Cell Disease: Splenic Sequestration On this page: Overview … is a problem with the spleen that can happen in people who have sickle cell disease . It happens when a lot of sickled … The spleen can enlarge, get damaged, and not work as it should. When the spleen doesn't work well, a person is more …
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… Teenage Tobacco Use On this page: Overview Overview … wheezing. Increased risk for heart disease, lung and other cancers, stroke, and emphysema . Increased risk among women … wheezing. Increased risk for heart disease, lung and other cancers, stroke, and emphysema . Increased risk among women …