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… Out of 1,000 people, about 1 person has a bone side effect during a year of taking bisphosphonates. That means 999 out … My doctor told me that I have a few risk factors for getting osteoporosis. My mother had it, and my bone density … important More important I don't mind taking pills or getting shots if it will reduce my risk of a fracture. I …
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… a meniscus tear. Your doctor may be able to find this out during a physical examination. In these cases, the meniscus … I don't like the idea of surgery, but I do like the idea of getting it all taken care of at one time. Letitia, age 33 My … that you understood Key concepts that may need review Getting ready to act Patient choices What matters to you …
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… plan for what you can expect - physically and emotionally - during childbirth and the early days of parenting. The … Fetal growth and development Healthy eating and nutrition during pregnancy Pregnancy changes and coping strategies Preterm …
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… Overview Overview The sponge is used to prevent pregnancy. It is called a barrier method because it keeps … an unplanned pregnancy. footnote 1 There is less chance of getting pregnant if you and your partner use an external … each time you have intercourse. You cannot use the sponge during your period. Citations Trussell J, Aiken …
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… jelly. This does not work and may increase the chance of getting an infection. What to do with the tick once it is … of in your household garbage once dead. How do I avoid getting bitten by a tick? You can help protect yourself and …
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… (such as anxiety, restlessness) interrupted breathing during sleep This medication may rarely make your blood … high cholesterol/triglyceride levels breathing trouble during sleep (sleep apnea) Risperidone may cause a condition … lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… there's a danger to your baby if you develop rubella during your pregnancy Rashes of any kind except the ones you may … Sudden, unusual thirst Fever and/or coughing that isn’t getting better Dizziness, headaches, dimming and/or blurring …
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… us of the hazards of drinking raw milk. Who is at risk of getting sick? Anyone can get sick from pathogens that may be … are more vulnerable to infection and have higher risk of getting sick from drinking raw milk due to having weaker or …
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… or an injury. Toe, foot, or ankle injuries most often occur during: Sports or recreational activities. Work-related … 4: Mild pain Mild pain Has the pain: Gotten worse? Pain is getting worse Stayed about the same (not better or worse)? Pain is unchanged Gotten better? Pain is getting better Has the pain lasted for more than 2 days? Yes …
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… specialist . Ongoing (chronic) eye problems that may be getting worse are usually checked by an eye doctor ( … Pupil changes No Pupil changes Did the pupil changes occur during the past 2 days (48 hours)? Yes Pupil changes … or you have any concerns (for example, if symptoms are not getting better as you would expect). You may need care …
