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… Feels Test Overview A non-stress test is a test that checks your baby's heartbeat patterns. It can show heart rate … baby is doing during later pregnancy. Some women with high-risk pregnancies are tested every week or twice a week in … rate with reflected sound waves (Doppler ultrasound). The other sensor measures how long your contractions are, if you …
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… You may have a problem if any of the following occur: Your wisdom teeth break through your gums only partway … tooth that has broken partway through the gum. Crowding of other teeth. Tooth decay or gum disease if there isn't … not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome, a rare but serious disease. Don't put …
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… is a common stress-relieving habit. You may bite your nails in times of stress or excitement, or in times of … realizing you are doing it. You might be involved in another activity, such as reading, watching television, or … and your cuticles to bleed. Nail-biting also increases your risk for infections around your nail beds and in your mouth. …
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… if it has 15% or more of the daily value. Watch out for health claims on food labels. Just because a food has a … sugar. Here are some things to look for: Serving size. Ask yourself: Is that the amount you eat in a serving? All of … is based on that serving size, so you'll need to adjust the other numbers if you eat more or less. Total carbohydrate. …
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… Smokeless tobacco products are addictive. They are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. And they are harmful to your body. They can lead to: White patches or red sores in … cancer) involving the lip, tongue, or cheek. Tooth loss and other dental problems. Gum disease. Your gums may pull away …
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… antibiotics that have more side effects. So always ask your doctor if antibiotics are the best treatment. Explain … and co-workers. People in your community will have a risk of getting an infection that is harder to cure. What … and breathing problems. This is rare. You may have other side effects or reactions not listed here. Check the …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview During a blood … a person (the recipient) receives healthy blood from another person (the donor). The donated blood is carefully … doctors watch you closely for any negative reactions. Your doctor might check for iron buildup in the body (iron …
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… by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . You can lower your risk of STIs by using a condom when you have sex. What are … may biopsy the cyst to make sure that it isn't cancer or another problem. How is a Bartholin gland cyst treated? Some …
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… syndrome. Conditions such as gout may also increase the risk for bursitis. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of … knee. Pain may be severe enough at night that it disturbs your sleep. Tenderness when you press on the affected area … reduce pressure on the hip if one leg is shorter than the other. If home treatment does not relieve pain from …
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… activator (TPA). These medicines can greatly increase the risk of bleeding, so they are used only in very specific … Stroke Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
