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… . This affects the way a baby's body and brain develop during pregnancy and after birth. Doctors don't know for … it diagnosed? While you are pregnant, an ultrasound and a blood test can show if your baby may be at risk for Down … and health problems that people with Down syndrome have a higher chance of getting. Doctors look for specific problems …
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… one person to another, the amount of other tissue removed during surgery also varies. Mastectomy procedures include: … or pulling, pinching, tingling, or numbness. Buildup of blood or clear fluid in the wound. General surgery risks. … or pulling, pinching, tingling, or numbness. Buildup of blood or clear fluid in the wound. General surgery risks. …
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… for proper monitoring. If your level of sodium in the blood is raised too quickly, it may cause a serious (even … called osmotic demyelination syndrome. The risk is higher if you have liver disease, poor nutrition, or if you … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… This medication decreases the number of platelets in your blood, which may cause serious (even fatal) bleeding … the liquid. Inject this medication under the skin of the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm as directed by your doctor, … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… may include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, fever or blood in stools. Symptoms can begin suddenly and usually … Contact a health care provider if you have these symptoms: High fever Blood or pus in stools Signs of dehydration such as dry …
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… from one person to another, so the amount of tissue removed during surgery also differs. Some of the lymph nodes under … healing, or a reaction to the anesthesia used in surgery. Blood or clear fluid may also collect in the wound and need … women who have breast-conserving surgery have a slightly higher chance of the cancer returning. Citations …
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… If you stop taking this medication early, you have a higher risk of forming a serious blood clot (such as a stroke, blood clot in the legs/lungs). … your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… of suicide) Although unlikely, when ketoconazole is used at high doses, it may cause an adrenal gland problem (adrenal … that you are using this medication. Your doctor may order a blood test to monitor your adrenal gland function while you … of this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… rhythmic circles on the baby's abdomen. Use only light pressure. Be sensitive to your baby. A newborn may enjoy … rhythmic circles on the baby's abdomen. Use only light pressure. Be sensitive to your baby. A newborn may enjoy …
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… Using absorbent pads or underwear, an incontinence clamp or pressure cuff (men), or an urethral insert or external … Using absorbent pads or underwear, an incontinence clamp or pressure cuff (men), or an urethral insert or external …