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… and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found naturally in foods. Folic acid is a form of folate. It's used in vitamin … You might need a larger dose of folic acid if you are at higher risk of having a baby with an NTD. Talk to your … products (such as liverwurst spread and liver sausages) are high in folate, they are also very high in vitamin A. Too …
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… serious problems after this surgery include: Cataracts . High pressure inside the eye. This happens most often in … serious problems after this surgery include: Cataracts . High pressure inside the eye. This happens most often in …
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… include gums that bleed after brushing or after eating hard foods, such as apples. See a dentist regularly. Your dentist … up to date on any new medicines you are taking. Eat healthy foods. Eat a balanced diet that includes whole grains, … include gums that bleed after brushing or after eating hard foods, such as apples. See a dentist regularly. Your dentist …
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… Irrigation requires your doctor's approval and guidance. Wound, ostomy, and continence nurses (WOCNs) are available … a child's skin is more sensitive than an adult's skin. Your wound, ostomy, and continence nurse (WOCN) will help you … If you continue to have skin irritation, consult your wound, ostomy, and continence nurse (WOCN) or another nurse …
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… Breast Cancer? Breast Cancer: What Should I Do if I'm at High Risk? Actionsets are designed to help people take an … If you do not feel like eating, try to eat food that has protein and extra calories to keep up your strength and … you drink. When you are able to eat, try clear soups, mild foods, and liquids until all symptoms are gone for 12 to 48 …
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… tenderness. Food cravings, especially for sweet or salty foods. Sleeping too much or too little. Low sex drive. … This can include vegetables, fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods. Limit food and drinks that make your symptoms … This can include vegetables, fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods. Limit food and drinks that make your symptoms …
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… Dealing With Negative Thoughts Healing Through Humour Mind-Body Wellness Mindfulness-Based … Dealing With Negative Thoughts Healing Through Humour Mind-Body Wellness Mindfulness-Based …
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… done to: Screen for prostate cancer. If your PSA level is higher than expected, your doctor may suggest other tests, … such as an enlarged prostate and prostatitis, can cause high PSA levels. Check if cancer may be present when results … Some men who have prostate cancer have normal PSA levels. High values High levels don't always mean that prostate …
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… raises your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, and high blood pressure from hormonal birth control (such as the … pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious … in the legs, eyes, lungs) blood clotting disorders (such as protein C or protein S deficiency) high blood pressure …
