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… is produced by the pituitary gland . In women, FSH helps control the menstrual cycle and the production of eggs by … You may be asked to stop taking medicines (including birth control pills) that contain estrogen or progesterone … High values in children may mean that puberty is about to start. Low values Low FSH values may mean: A woman …
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… influenza (flu). How is it diagnosed? The doctor will ask about past health issues and do a physical examination. … healthy food choices, and getting regular exercise can help control blood sugar. You'll also need to check blood sugar … to get pregnant, so you can talk with your doctor about birth control options. Planning pregnancy when you have type …
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… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … coordination vision changes (such as double vision) rapid/uncontrollable eye movements shaking (tremor) easy … of using this medication during pregnancy. Since hormonal birth control may not work if taken with this medication …
Medications
… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … if you have any serious side effects, including: rapid/uncontrollable eye movements blurred/double vision loss of … of using this medication during pregnancy. Since hormonal birth control may not work if taken with this medication …
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… smoking may take away from your life. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2002). Annual smoking-attributable … for Health Statistics (2009). Table 26. Life expectancy at birth, at 65 years of age, and at 75 years of age, by race … the quality of your life and the lives of people you care about. The disabling effects of smoking-related illnesses …
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… How is the flu diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and examine you. This usually gives the … influenza A or B virus. Shorten the length of the illness. Control outbreaks of the flu in nursing homes. Reduce the … get a flu vaccine. Some do not get the vaccine because of myths they believe about the flu or the vaccines. These …
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… English | Chinese | French Toddler development  Learning About Your Toddler English | Chinese | French | Brain … Child Development by Age English | Chinese | French | Sexual Development English | Chinese | French | Gender … Parents typically receive a Child Health Passport in their birth packs, or they can be obtained through the local …
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… of stigma that can lead to anxiety, fear and misinformation about herpes. For many people, herpes is a minor skin … can pass the infection to their baby during a vaginal childbirth. What are the symptoms? Most people never have … to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource  …
Medications
… is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that … This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Controlling and reducing seizures lets you … and risks of using this medication during pregnancy. Since birth control pills, patches, implants, and injections may …
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… and know where to get help and support. Make plans during pregnancy Plan ahead for breastfeeding while you are … Doing so before you deliver allows you time to think about how to manage the daily logistics of breastfeeding … support group. These are offered at many hospitals and birthing centres by nurses, midwives, or lactation …