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… 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses … bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. Does hormonal contraception affect my other …
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… Visit On this page: Overview Overview Your first prenatal visit will probably be the longest visit you'll have. Your doctor or midwife will take your medical history and do …
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… is spondylolisthesis? In spondylolisthesis, one bone in your back ( vertebra ) slides forward over the bone below … spine ( lumbosacral area). In some cases, this may lead to your spinal cord or nerve roots being squeezed. This can … In rare cases, it can also lead to losing control over your bladder or bowels. See a doctor right away if you begin …
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… of the esophagus. This is the tube that carries food from your throat to your stomach. In eosinophilic (say "ee-uh-sin-uh-FILL-ick") … may hurt to swallow. Or it may feel like food gets stuck in your throat. Pain in the chest or upper belly. Heartburn. In …
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… If open surgery (which requires a large incision) is done, you will most likely spend several days in the hospital. After open surgery, you may need 4 to 6 weeks to get back to work or your normal routine. If the laparoscopic method is used, you …
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… the hips or heels. The pain usually gets better slowly as you move around and are active. Early symptoms include: Dull … Vision problems that get worse. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and if they've gotten worse over time. They'll …
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… a long-lasting (chronic) disease that may last throughout your life—you must treat it long term. But following a management plan … difficult over a long period of time. Here are some reasons you may not follow your management plan. Possible solutions …
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… use disorders Using drugs or alcohol in a way that harms you or that leads you to harm others, like your family or friends, is called substance use disorder. It …
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… hospital. It is usually done with local anesthetic , and you can go home on the same day. How It Is Done In open … take several months to subside. Try to avoid heavy use of your hand for up to 3 months. How soon you can go back to work depends on the type of surgery you …
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… Your Home Health Centre On this page: Overview Cold Pack … Otoscope Thermometer Overview More of your health care takes place in your home than anywhere else. Having the right tools, …
