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… are the symptoms of fifth disease? Many of the symptoms, including fever, rash, cough or runny nose, also occur in … discharge of a person with the disease and then touching your own eyes or mouth (for example from a wet tissue, a … in the baby developing anemia, or in a miscarriage or still birth, although this is rare Babies born to mothers who were …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … your chances of having a baby with a genetic condition or birth defect are higher than average. Even though CVS can … be born healthy. No test can do that. CVS has some risks, including a small chance of causing a miscarriage. FAQs What …
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… Overview At each prenatal visit during your first trimester, you'll be weighed and have your blood pressure checked. Your urine may also be checked … Depression is common during pregnancy and after giving birth (postpartum). Experts recommend that all pregnant …
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… is the most commonly reported type of abuse that people may experience in later life. It accounts for over half of elder … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your bills, especially if your health changes or you need to …
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… Skin Changes On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … raised tan spots that form a crusty appearance like a wart. Birthmarks. Birthmarks are coloured marks on the skin that … than the nearby skin. It can be caused by many things, including hormone changes during pregnancy or menopause. Sun …
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… reduce the risk by following these tips. On this page: Keep your home safe Keep baby safe Baby first aid Burn prevention … your baby suck or chew on any soft plastic (vinyl) items, including toys and bibs. Soft vinyl contains harmful … and changing tables. Say no to swaddling After you give birth you may see your newborn swaddled into a tight little …
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… Health Tools How It Spreads What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a … mother who has the virus can pass it to her baby during the birth. If you are pregnant and think you may have been … or face. Heavy bleeding from the nose, mouth, or rectum (including blood in the stool), or under the skin. Yellowing …
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… that can affect ovulation. It can cause problems with your periods and make it hard to get pregnant. PCOS may also … genetics may be a factor. PCOS seems to run in families. Your chance of having it is higher if others in your family … are the key treatments for PCOS. Your doctor may prescribe birth control pills to reduce symptoms and help regulate …
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… is AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). But if your child has HIV, it doesn't mean that he or she has AIDS. … woman has HIV, her baby can be exposed before and during birth. The virus can spread through breastfeeding too. … the test is positive. If HIV is not found (negative), your child may need a repeat test to be sure the results are …
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… buildup of excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain at birth. The extra fluid can increase pressure in the baby's … hydrocephalus is a head that is larger than normal. You and your doctor may notice it when the baby is born or within … The condition may cause the soft spot ( fontanelle ) on your baby's head to feel firm or bulge out. Also, the areas …