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Medical tests
… Cell-Free DNA Test On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To … is a blood test for the mother. The test can be done as early as 10 weeks in the pregnancy. If this screening test … medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth …
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… Birth Control Hormones: The Patch On this page: Overview Overview The patch is used to prevent … like a bandage. You put it on the skin of your belly, rear end (buttocks), upper arm, or upper body (but not on a … pregnancy. Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. Your doctor can …
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… Caregiving: Using a Bedside Commode (Toilet) On this page: Overview Overview A bedside commode … commode after a surgery or if someone has had some health problems that make it difficult to get to the toilet. … not in the way, such as against the wall. Keep the area near the commode free from clutter. Make sure you have all of …
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… Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care On this page: Overview Overview Checking a … person. If the person you care for has diabetes or has foot problems, such as bad bunions and corns, think about taking … trim the nails: Wash and dry your hands. You don't need to wear gloves. Use nail polish remover to take off any polish. …
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… Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a fast heart rate (tachycardia) that starts after you stand up. This … Feeling faint or very tired. With POTS, you may also have problems with: Blurred vision, headaches, nausea, and …
Medications
… Tafamidis - Oral On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug … Uses This medication is used to treat a certain type of heart failure (transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis). It is … of a certain protein (amyloid fibrils) that causes heart problems. How To Use Read the Patient Information Leaflet if …
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… Bedrest in Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview What … may also prescribe bedrest if you have serious health problems during your pregnancy. Sometimes bedrest is prescribed if there is a high risk of having your baby early. This is called preterm birth. It is important to know …
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… Pelvic Examination On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is … or use birth control. And your doctor will want to hear about any problems, surgeries, or procedures you have had in your …
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… Foodborne Illness: Toxoplasmosis On this page: … before birth may be born with serious mental or physical problems. A person with a weakened immune system can develop … that can cause chest wall pain, fatigue, and weakness. Heart (myocarditis), symptoms include shortness of breath, …
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… Heart Arrhythmias and Exercise Actionset Overview If you have an irregular heartbeat ( arrhythmia ), it's important to talk to your … in contact sports. Impacts during these sports could damage your device. Sports such as swimming, running, walking, …
