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… and provided free to pregnant people at every stage of pregnancy regardless of previous immunization history. The … vaccine can buy it at most pharmacies and travel clinics. During an outbreak of pertussis or when traveling overseas, … can also put you at risk. Pertussis can be spread to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are …
Healthy eating
… occurring plant substance). Antioxidants protect your body’s cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Some free radicals are made during normal body processes like breathing, exercising and digesting …
Medical tests
… The thyroid gland makes hormones that regulate the way the body uses energy. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped … are needed for normal development of the brain, especially during the first 3 years of life. Intellectual disability … and adults need the hormones to regulate the way the body uses energy ( metabolism ). Thyroid hormone blood tests …
Medical tests
… ulcers. Four tests are used to detect H. pylori : Blood antibody test. A blood test checks to see whether your body has made antibodies to H. pylori bacteria. If you have … taken from the lining of your stomach and small intestine during an endoscopy . Several different tests may be done on …
Medications
… you have any serious side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as depression, anxiety, confusion) signs of … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medications
… you have any serious side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as restlessness, confusion) fast/irregular … of falling. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using …
Medications
… usually once daily. The dosage is based on your age and body weight. For infants who breastfeed, this medication … may harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you start this medication. Ask about … usually once daily. The dosage is based on your age and body weight. For infants who breastfeed, this medication …
Medications
… worsening eye symptoms (such as discharge, swelling) vision changes eye pain A very serious allergic reaction to this … that requires clear vision until you can do it safely. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
Medications
… bleeding/bruising feeling of spinning (vertigo) hearing changes (such as ringing or fullness in the ears, decreased … of this drug, especially dizziness and water/mineral loss. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
