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… Estrogen Test On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To … uE3). The levels of these substances—along with a woman's age and other factors—help the doctor figure out the chance … Your doctor will also look at your results based on your age, health, and other factors. A value that isn't in the …
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… we eat can change based on many factors. This includes age, daily routine, activity level, food preferences and … or fruit with each snack. Rinse vegetables and fruits ahead of time so they’re easy to grab when you’re hungry Make … cheese or nuts When possible, prepare healthy snacks ahead of time. Try some of these time-saving tips: Cut up or …
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… Common Types of Birthmarks On this page: Overview Overview Birthmarks are … types of birthmarks usually disappear without treatment by age 3 or 4. Port-wine stains are pink-red at birth and … by 18 months. Most hemangiomas disappear or fade by age 9. Most children who have hemangiomas have only one. Few …
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… Autologous Stem Cell Transplant On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … cells. A stem cell transplant may be used to replace damaged stem cells with new, normal stem cells. A stem cell … along with radiation). This destroys cancer cells or damaged stem cells. Transplanting the healthy stem cells. …
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… Radiation Exposure: Risks and Health Effects On this page: Overview Overview What is radiation? … of being exposed to radiation? There is always a risk of damage to cells or tissue from being exposed to any amount of … exposure, the number of exposures over time, and your age at exposure. In general, the younger you are when you …
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… Heart Murmur On this page: … shortness of breath when the person is active, light-headedness, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or a buildup of … shortness of breath when the person is active, light-headedness, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or a buildup of …
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… Self-Care Supplies On this page: Overview Overview More of your health care takes place … helpful first-aid supplies to have at home: Adhesive bandages, such as Band-Aids, in assorted sizes Adhesive tape, … 2.5 cm (1 in.) wide Cotton balls Elastic (such as Ace) bandage, 7.5 cm (3 in.) wide Hand sanitizer Medical gloves Roll …
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… Child Safety: Washing Toys to Prevent Germs On this page: Overview Overview Washing and … This method is a good choice for surfaces that might be damaged by chemical disinfectants, such as some furniture. … reach of children. Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years …
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… Teen Balance Responsibilities and Set Priorities On this page: Overview Overview Teens may start … in the adult workforce, such as how to balance time, manage money, and work with others. Here are some ways you can … foods, and get regular physical activity. Help your teen manage money. Have your teen watch and learn how you pay …
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… Health Problems Associated With Adult Obesity On this page: Overview Overview How obesity … affects your health depends on many things, including your age, your sex, where you carry your body fat, and how … affects your health depends on many things, including your age, your sex, where you carry your body fat, and how …