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… in the morning before using water will generally show any problems. If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing …
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… Prenatal screening checks a fetus for possible genetic problems. Carrier screening shows if an adult carries a gene … testing. Genetic counselling may involve: Discussing what problems an inherited disease may cause. Teaching you and … Risks from gathering a sample There is a very low risk of problems from taking samples of blood, saliva, or cells from …
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… And if they are not treated, they can lead to health problems. Testing and treatment are important to help … Papillomavirus) Gonorrhea Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection … And if they are not treated, they can lead to health problems. Testing and treatment are important to help …
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… is a serious abnormality of the blood and causes serious problems. Why It Is Done Hemoglobin electrophoresis is done … is a serious abnormality of the blood and causes serious problems. Why It Is Done Hemoglobin electrophoresis is done …
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… goes away after the test. Risks In general, the chance of problems from the test depends on the method used to collect … goes away after the test. Risks In general, the chance of problems from the test depends on the method used to collect …
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… Lyme disease infection include joint pain, stiffness, and problems with the heart, brain, or nerves. Testing is most … Lyme disease infection include joint pain, stiffness, and problems with the heart, brain, or nerves. Testing is most …
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… A change in appetite. Feeling nervous or on edge. Sexual problems in teens. (These may include erection problems or loss of desire.) Help your child manage mild … A change in appetite. Feeling nervous or on edge. Sexual problems in teens. (These may include erection problems or …
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… conditions. Let the doctor know if your child has any heart problems or heart defects or if there is a family history of these problems. This may affect what type of medicine the doctor … conditions. Let the doctor know if your child has any heart problems or heart defects or if there is a family history of …
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… medicines, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), can make liver problems worse. Do not take any new medicines unless your … not drink alcohol. Alcohol can damage your liver and cause problems in your baby. Avoid illegal drugs and cannabis. And … medicines, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), can make liver problems worse. Do not take any new medicines unless your …