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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough hemoglobin, and you may develop iron deficiency … may need iron supplements. Only take iron supplements when recommended by your health care provider. Too much iron …
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… On this page: Overview Overview You may be pregnant if you: Have had sexual intercourse and you have not used any …
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… Ending a pregnancy Last updated June 1, 2021 Overview You may need to end a pregnancy for personal or medical … resources about abortion are available to people in B.C. If you have questions about pregnancy options, procedures and other …
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… the feeling of a skipped beat or a flutter. In people who have healthy hearts, occasional PVCs are nothing to worry … go away on their own. They don't need treatment. Talk to your doctor if you have other symptoms along with PVCs, such as dizziness, …
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… to 1 Month On this page: If your baby is born with Down syndrome , you will likely have many questions and strong emotions. Your doctor can …
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… Overview Use these checklists once a month to see how you are doing to stay safe in case of a vertigo attack. How many of the items can you say "yes" to? Try to do all the items on each list. … indoor and outdoor lighting allows me to see my way. ____I have night-lights where they best help me. ____My stairs …
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… bleeding in the esophagus. Variceal bleeding occurs when pressure increases in the portal vein system and the … might be repeated every 2 to 4 weeks for 3 to 4 sessions. Your doctor will check the varices regularly. Endoscopic … vein. Over time this causes the vein to close off and scar. When the vein is closed off, blood cannot flow through it. …
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… If a bluish tint occurs, it often is during activities when the baby needs more oxygen, such as when crying and feeding. Acyanotic congenital heart defects … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Not Ready for Change? On this page: Overview Overview Maybe you're fine with the way your life's going right now. Or … drinking? What are the not-so-good things? Thinking back, when has my life been better? What was different then? Are … to help you answer a final question: How will I know when it's time to make a change? Current as of: …
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… tests that can confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia . But you may have lab tests to rule out other diseases. Or these tests can find out if you have another disease along with fibromyalgia. …
