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… Listeriosis can also be transferred to a developing baby during pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who … Listeriosis can cause serious illness such as meningitis, blood infection and even death. Symptoms of meningitis … level of consciousness and seizures. Symptoms of a blood infection include fever, nausea, vomiting and severe …
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… The vibration speed of a sound wave determines how high or low a sound is (pitch). The height of the sound wave … they should. Abnormal You are not able to hear the whispers during a whispered speech test. Or you are able to hear with … than in the other ear. You can only hear certain sounds at high decibel levels. You can hear sounds, but you can't …
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… if you have used this medication for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you … any serious side effects, including: interrupted breathing during sleep (sleep apnea) tooth/gum pain signs of your … cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This …
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… The endometrium is the tissue that lines the uterus. During each menstrual cycle, a new lining grows, getting … in sexual function. Infection. Rare problems, such as: Blood clots in the legs or the lungs. Scar tissue (also … other organs, such as the bladder or bowel. A collection of blood at the surgical site. Problems from general anesthesia …
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… likely if you have used vilazodone for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you … Salt imbalance can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when … such as clopidogrel, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen, "blood thinners" such as dabigatran/warfarin) Aspirin can …
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… diagnosed? Your doctor can find a molar pregnancy with: A blood test to measure your pregnancy hormones. A pelvic … ultrasound. Your doctor can also find a molar pregnancy during a routine ultrasound in early pregnancy. Partial … molar pregnancy. After treatment, you will have regular blood tests to look for signs of trophoblastic disease . …
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… fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods. Eating well during breastfeeding will ensure that you stay healthy. How … doctor before you increase your fluids. Avoid fish with high mercury. Some examples include shark, swordfish, and … doctor before you increase your fluids. Avoid fish with high mercury. Some examples include shark, swordfish, and …
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… is needed to provide relief for this type of cough. A cough during the night that sounds like a barking seal may be a sign of croup . Your child may sound hoarse with a high-pitched sound (stridor) when breathing in. Home … that appears to be from the lungs (sputum) or brings up bloody sputum. Persists after a choking episode. Vomiting …
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… outdoors is above 32 °C (90 °F). (This is often the case during summer picnics.) Don't store meats and other foods in … tight-fitting lids. Store canned foods safely. In general, high-acid canned food such as tomatoes, grapefruit, and … tight-fitting lids. Store canned foods safely. In general, high-acid canned food such as tomatoes, grapefruit, and …
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… tanning Helps the body make vitamin D Is more intense: During the middle of the day In the summer At high altitudes and near the equator Can cause skin cancer … sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, even when it is cloudy. Apply …
