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… stage of labour begins with full dilation and ends with your baby's birth. It can take anywhere from a few minutes … every two to three minutes and lasting 60 to 90 seconds. You may feel a strong urge to push or go through a short time with no contractions and no urge to push. You will have a splitting and burning sensation on your …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … has caused severe (sometimes fatal) liver problems. Get medical help right away if you develop symptoms of liver …
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… Most doctors no longer do these cuts routinely. If you need an episiotomy, your doctor or midwife will tell you. It's a good idea to talk about an episiotomy during a …
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… early, active and transition. During the early phase, you might have a backache and feel some pelvic pressure, as if your period is starting. Some women will also feel … not be regular. They may start every 10 to 20 minutes, or you may not even be aware of them at first. Early first …
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… Basics How can you break your nose? You can break your nose during play, sports, fights, and …
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… this page: Overview Overview Counting your baby's movements is one way your doctor can tell that your baby is healthy. Most women—especially in a first …
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… flow to the heart. But the procedure is very invasive to your body for two major reasons. It involves making a large cut in your chest to expose your heart and arteries. It requires stopping your heart and …
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… updated August 5, 2013 After giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care. Find advice on coping with … Discomfort After a vaginal delivery, the area between your legs may be sore, bruised and swollen. If you have stitches, you may experience more pain. To ease …
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… are more likely to develop emphysema and to do so at a younger-than-normal age (30 to 40 years old). AAT deficiency … is the only known genetic (inherited) factor that increases your risk of developing COPD. What puts you at risk for … DD et al. (2012). Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy: A Canadian Thoracic …
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… is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high … not eat enough potassium. Foods rich in potassium include vegetables and fruits, milk, yogurt, beans, peas, lentils, …
