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… reproductive organs. Gonorrhea doesn't cause problems if you treat it right away. But if you don't treat it early, it … Or it may take several weeks. Symptoms may include: Pain when you urinate. Abnormal discharge from the penis or … as pelvic inflammatory disease. You and your sex partners need to take the antibiotics. If only one person takes the …
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… Common Concerns Promoting Healthy Growth and Development When to Call a Doctor Routine Checkups … but a little behind in another. At routine checkups, your child's doctor will check for milestones. This is to … 3 months of age. But be prepared to make adjustments as needed. Help keep your baby's head from getting too flat. …
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… What is an allergic reaction? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, … child Do not offer a food to a child with food allergy if you are not sure it is safe. Ask parents to provide a …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Feet Actionset Overview When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve …
Medical tests
… along. The scope is no thicker than many foods you swallow. When the scope is in your esophagus, your head will be … of the blood. (This is called sepsis.) An abnormal heart rhythm. A puncture of the esophagus, stomach, … in the ducts is not normal. Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor Current as of: …
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… hepatitis C (HCV) antibody test is done. This shows whether you've been exposed to this virus. If the test is positive … but not during the pregnancy. Testing is usually done when a baby is 12 to 18 months old. But it may be done … to all your prenatal visits. Your doctor or midwife will do tests to make sure that you are healthy and that your baby …
Medications
… to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication … consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be … This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including blood cholesterol levels), possibly causing …
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… if this is a regularly scheduled appointment with your health professional. What questions or concerns do I … was the prescribed treatment? Have I had any recent medical tests (blood, urine, X-rays, or other tests) that this … I have? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, describe briefly: Do I need any special written information or instructions to help …
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… mother. The baby's body gets used to the drug. After birth, when the drug starts to leave the body, the baby goes … like vomiting and diarrhea. This can be stressful for you and your baby. But most babies recover after the body … before and after birth. And the doctor will know to do more tests, if needed, as your child grows. Your doctor may be …
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… sac breaks. Then fluid either leaks slowly or gushes out. You may hear it called "having your water break." When this happens before contractions start, it's called … your doctor or midwife about any water you're leaking. Tell them right away if you have a fever and your water is dark …
