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… Donating Blood On this page: Overview Who Can Donate How to Prepare … or other clinics or blood banks. You may be able to donate during blood drives at your workplace. When you donate whole … will measure your temperature, pulse, and blood pressure. They also will use a finger-stick test to make …
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Blood Culture On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Blood normally doesn't have any bacteria or fungi in it. A blood culture is a test of a blood sample to find germs …
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… the following. Prescription medicines Some medicines for high blood pressure Most medicines for asthma Some medicines for …
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… or feet. As your pregnancy continues, your uterus puts pressure on blood vessels that go to your legs. This may cause swelling … over a 24-hour period, especially if your blood pressure is high. Pregnancy-Related Problems …
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… asthma is not controlled, risks to your health include: High blood pressure during the pregnancy. Pre-eclampsia . This causes …
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… Travel During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … short walks at least every 2 hours. This helps increase the blood circulation in your legs and reduce bladder pressure. Consider wearing compression stockings. Carry a …
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Pressure Injuries: Prevention and Treatment On this page: … pressure on one spot for long periods of time decreases blood flow to that area. This damages or kills the cells and … steps include keeping the sore covered at all times except during treatment, good handwashing before and after caring …
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… Depression During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … a person having light therapy will sit in front of a high-intensity (2,500- to 10,000-lux) fluorescent lamp, … breastfeeding, because they can pass into breast milk in high levels. If you are planning to breastfeed and are …
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… Anemia During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview What is … during a healthy pregnancy is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're pregnant because your body is working hard to make more blood to help your baby grow. Sometimes anemia during
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… Fluoride During Childhood On this page: Overview … water are safe for children and adults. If your child has a high risk of getting cavities, your dentist may recommend … water are safe for children and adults. If your child has a high risk of getting cavities, your dentist may recommend …