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… also feel shaky and cold. You'll also likely be focused on your newly born baby and wanting confirmation that he or she … babies score an Apgar between 7 and 10. Tips for you and your support person Cuddle with your baby on your chest. Partners who want to cut the …
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… Vietnamese A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of your stomach or small intestine. Peptic ulcers include … common symptom of a peptic ulcer is a dull, burning pain in your stomach. Other symptoms may include bloating, burping, … food has been shown to cause ulcers, but some may make your symptoms worse or may make it more difficult for your
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… 1 to 2 days after the procedure. Carefully follow all of your doctor's instructions after you've had an abortion. If … get instructions, follow this general advice. Do not rinse your vagina with fluids (douche). This could increase your risk of infections that can lead to pelvic inflammatory …
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… any symptoms or you may notice a change in the fluid from your vagina, such as some watery discharge. The fluid may … must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider may screen you for BV if you are …
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… at the place where it is inserted or where it lies under your skin. Collapsed lung (pneumothorax). The risk of a … home? You can take the following steps at home to care for your CVAD. Always wash your hands before you touch your central line. Try to keep …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sex partners are not, the bacteria could pass back to … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need to be tested and treated. …
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… are small hard crystals that can form in one or both of your kidneys. They can form when you have high amounts of calcium, oxalate, phosphate or uric acid in your urine. There are different types of kidney stones. This … advice about how to eat can be a bit different. Talk with your health care provider if you are unsure. Over half of …
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… You may have emotional reactions that are different from your normal ones. For example, you may have fits of crying or laughing that are out of your control. Also, a stroke can leave you with upsetting body changes that take away some of your independence. For example, some people may feel: Sad or …
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… sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or …
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… Document Vietnamese Eating well is an important part of your cancer self-care. Whether you just found out that you … for or receiving cancer treatment, how you eat can affect your weight, strength, and energy. Good nutrition also … healing, supports immune function, and helps you feel your best. This handout provides general information about …