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… Overview Overview The implant is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a thin rod about the size of a matchstick … or you may have spotting between periods. It may cause mood changes, less interest in sex, or weight gain. You have to … or you may have spotting between periods. It may cause mood changes, less interest in sex, or weight gain. You have to …
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… this page: Overview Overview Mini-pills are used to prevent pregnancy. They release a regular dose of a hormone called … having no period as an advantage. Mini-pills may cause mood changes, less interest in sex, or weight gain. You must take … having no period as an advantage. Mini-pills may cause mood changes, less interest in sex, or weight gain. You must take …
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… nitrile, polyisoprene) rubbers. They can be used during vaginal, anal or oral sex Internal (“female”) condoms … made from rubber prevent STIs by preventing sexual and body fluids from being exchanged during sex. Synthetic … (ECPs) or copper IUD (intrauterine device) can prevent pregnancy. These should be started as soon as possible. For …
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… window glass Causes sunburn Causes tanning Helps the body make vitamin D Is more intense: During the middle of the day In the summer At high altitudes … lips from getting sunburned. Lifestyle Changes That May Help Prevent Cancer Lupus (Systemic Lupus …
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… life easier and safer. You can adapt your home by making changes to lighting, using contrast in objects that you use … doing the things you enjoy, you will want to make a few changes to your lifestyle. The changes you need to make depend on how much vision you have …
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… products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you … the liver or a cancer is suspected, the biopsy may be done during a laparoscopy . You will need to take off all or most … clothes. You will be given a cloth or paper gown to use during the test. Before the test, you may be given a …
Medications
… throat, hoarseness, or coughing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last … throat that doesn't go away, fever, chills) mental/mood changes (such as depression, mood swings, agitation) vision … the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
Medications
… any very serious side effects, including: vision problems/changes seizure severe headache Rare (possibly fatal) … breathing problems (upper airway obstruction) before and during treatment. Heavy snoring or irregular breathing … exams, thyroid function, glucose levels, growth hormone antibody levels) will be done while you are using this …
Medications
… nervousness, blurred vision, or dry mouth may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last … fast/irregular/slow heartbeat mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations, memory problems) … effects of this drug, especially effects on heart rate. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
Medications
… nervousness, blurred vision, or dry mouth may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last … fast/irregular/slow heartbeat mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations, memory problems) … effects of this drug, especially effects on heart rate. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …