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… There are lots of things to consider, such as your lifestyle and your health. These stories are based on … birth control, so when we decide we're ready to have a family, we'll be able to plan it. Janice, age 18: When I was 14, my menstrual cycles were awful. I had so much pain that I couldn't go to …
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… Find a walking partner to stay motivated. This can be a family member, a friend, or a co-worker. Daily dog walks are … routine. How can you make a walking program part of your life? Adding steps to your walking program You can increase … an important part of your life by getting friends and family to join you. Ask family members, friends, and …
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… by the pituitary gland . LH helps regulate the menstrual cycle and egg production ( ovulation ). LH levels normally … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine …
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… Overview An ICD is always checking your heart for a life-threatening, rapid heart rhythm. The ICD may try to … yours to make. You don't have to do it alone. Look to your family, your doctor, your spiritual advisor, and your … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam …
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… can make symptoms worse. These include heat, menstrual cycle, dehydration, alcohol, exercise, and standing for a … to help relieve symptoms and improve your quality of life. These treatments may include: Taking medicine … Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Rakesh …
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… Bleed for more than 7 days. Heavy periods may disrupt your life. But in most cases, they aren't a sign of a serious … one of your ovaries releases an egg during your menstrual cycle. This is called ovulation . If you don't ovulate, this … Bleed for more than 7 days. Heavy periods may disrupt your life. But in most cases, they aren't a sign of a serious …
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… well-being How your brain works (cognition) Quality of life To experience the health benefits of physical activity, … your concentration (cognition) Do activities you enjoy with family and friends to keep yourself motivated. Even doing a … how to incorporate physical activity into everyday life. Please watch the introductory video, which is at the …
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… number in each square. These are the days of your menstrual cycle. Your cycle may be shorter than 45 days. If it is, you … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Femi Olatunbosun MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and …
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… from the binge. Without treatment, this "binge and purge" cycle can lead to serious, long-term health problems. Acid … know what causes them. But they may be caused by a mix of family history, social factors, and personality traits. You … enough, or worries a lot. You are dealing with stressful life events, such as divorce, moving to a new town or …
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… with asthma live active, full lives. Although asthma is a lifelong disease, treatment can help control it and help you … of the airways. This can lead to asthma and asthma attacks. Family history Asthma may run in families (be inherited). If this is the case in your family, you may be more likely than other people to get …
