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… baby and try to see if there are any growth concerns or birth defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical … is 18 to 22 weeks into your pregnancy. Markers are not birth defects. They are most often normal variations in …
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… They are caused by the trauma of being squeezed through the birth canal. They will disappear within the first week or … information, see the topic Cradle Cap . What are the common birthmarks? Birthmarks come in different sizes, shapes, and colours. …
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… Are taking estrogen (after menopause) or high-dose birth control pills. Get very little or no exercise. Do not eat … Are taking estrogen (after menopause) or high-dose birth control pills. Get very little or no exercise. Do not …
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… . These may cause the baby to develop a cataract before birth. Exposure to ultraviolet light. Long-term use of high … possible (some people need them). Keeping diabetes under control. Symptoms Cataracts can affect your vision in … . These may cause the baby to develop a cataract before birth. Exposure to ultraviolet light. Long-term use of high …
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… If you don't want to get pregnant, ask your doctor about birth control options. Learn more Getting Enough Iron … If you don't want to get pregnant, ask your doctor about birth control options. Learn more Getting Enough Iron …
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… If circumcision is done, it's usually done soon after birth. It's sometimes done in older children and adults to … anesthesia. Talk with your doctor about the best way to control pain in your child. A sterile circumcision clamp or … If circumcision is done, it's usually done soon after birth. It's sometimes done in older children and adults to …
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… when clearly needed. It may slightly increase the risk of birth defects if used during the first two months of … . If the person is awake and has no symptoms, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local … when clearly needed. It may slightly increase the risk of birth defects if used during the first two months of …
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… when clearly needed. It may slightly increase the risk of birth defects if used during the first two months of … . If the person is awake and has no symptoms, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local … when clearly needed. It may slightly increase the risk of birth defects if used during the first two months of …
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… Your options Take insulin to keep blood sugar levels under control. Don't take insulin. Try other methods to keep blood sugar levels under control. Key points to remember The goal in treating type 2 diabetes is to keep blood sugar under control. When you control your blood sugar, you decrease …
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… Many medicines can cause problems in the legs. For example, birth control pills and other hormones can increase your risk of … Some medicines can cause leg problems. A few examples are: Birth control pills and estrogen. These can increase the …
