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… or your health care provider’s letter, you may be refused entry to the country you are visiting, or you may be … The following people should generally not get the vaccine, however if travel cannot be avoided, discuss the benefits … symptomatic HIV/AIDS or other causes If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Exceptions may be made during an outbreak …
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… dandruff or an itchy scalp. Hair and scalp problems can cause discomfort. Hair loss Hair loss, including thinning and … hair for 1 to 6 months after childbirth or after they stop breastfeeding. Other possible causes for excessive hair … also includes hair loss. Yes Scalp problem No Scalp problem How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 …
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… you have a very low risk for getting HIV. HIV may not cause symptoms early on. And people who have early symptoms … know that you have an infection. If you have a test that shows that you have HIV, you can take steps to prevent … that you have HIV, treatment and doing things like avoiding breastfeeding can help you prevent passing the infection to …
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… changes of puberty, such as the growth of pubic hair and breasts, have also occurred. Breast development is usually … vary greatly from person to person. These changes may cause distress for teens whose bodies don't match with their … you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Overview In females: Most …
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… hysterectomy is to lower the risk of ovarian cancer and breast cancer. If you are at high risk, surgery can lower … are removed. If you have your ovaries removed before menopause, you will go into early menopause. You may get hot … Think about what matters most to you in this decision, and show how you feel about the following statements. Reasons to …
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… Shoulder problems develop from everyday wear and tear, overuse, or an injury. They can also be caused by the natural … Treatment depends on: The location and type of injury, and how bad it is. How long ago the injury occurred. Your age, … matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where …
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… such as sore muscles, are common. Symptoms often are caused by everyday wear and tear or overuse. Arm problems may … the lymph nodes under the arm following a diagnosis of breast cancer or melanoma . This is called lymphedema . Arm … moving the arm normally. Yes Arm problem No Arm problem How old are you? Less than 5 years Less than 5 years 5 years …
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… minor aches and pains. Injuries are the most common cause of elbow pain. Some people may not recall having had a … Treatment depends on: The location and type of injury, and how bad it is. How long ago the injury occurred. Your age, … matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where …
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… On this page: Overview Overview How you feel about your body (your body image) may change … that may affect a person's body image include: Losing a breast because of breast cancer. Having erection problems after …
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… at birth (congenital). Or they may develop from injury, overuse, inflammation , infection, or tumour growth. To better understand hip problems, it may be helpful to know how the hip works. It's the largest ball-and-socket joint in … matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where …
