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… Preterm Labour On this page: Cause Prevention … the uterus contracts to open the cervix . This is the first stage of childbirth. In most pregnancies, this happens at 37 …
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… Stages of Syphilis On this page: Overview Related … can develop. It may start several years after someone was first infected. A person with syphilis may never have this … can develop. It may start several years after someone was first infected. A person with syphilis may never have this …
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… During labour Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview The idea of … giving birth can be overwhelming, especially if it's your first time. In this section you'll find information that can help you plan and start practicing for labour and birth. Medical pain relief options Each woman …
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… Stages of Sleep On this page: Overview … Overview The sleep cycle is divided into two main stages: non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) and rapid eye … (REM). Non-REM sleep Non–rapid eye movement sleep has three stages: Stage N1 occurs right after you fall asleep and is …
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… Telling pre-labour and true labour apart Last updated August 12, 2013 It's easy to confuse pre labour with true labour. Here's a list of signs to help you …
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… Stages of changing behaviour Last updated March 1, 2017 … of things that can stand in the way of being physically active. Understanding the five stages of change will help you overcome these barriers by …
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… Labour Induction and Augmentation On this page: Overview … Information Overview If you pass your due date and your labour does not start on its own, your doctor may want to … firmly descended (engaged) in your pelvis. Augmentation If active labour has started on its own but contractions have …
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… Bedrest for Preterm Labour On this page: Overview … 2 Strict bedrest is no longer used to prevent preterm labour. But your doctor may recommend expectant management … suggests expectant management for preventing preterm labour, discuss the benefits and risks in light of your …
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… Pressure Injuries: Stages On this page: … Pressure injuries are described in four stages . Stage 1 sores are not open wounds. The skin may be painful, …
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… On this page: Overview Overview The stage of a cancer describes how much cancer is in the body and where it is located. If the cancer has spread, the stage also includes how far it has spread. The grade … how quickly the cancer will grow and spread. Knowing the stage and grade of a cancer helps doctors know what …
