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… procedure with no overnight stay in hospital. It is performed using local anaesthetic to numb the eye. Most … problems are not common. In some cases, cloudiness may form behind the new artificial lens after the procedure …
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… Media and Your Child: Making Choices On this page: Related Information Many families enjoy using TV, computers, game … systems, smartphones, and tablets. They help us to be informed and entertained, do our work and schoolwork, and stay … And it can interfere with a child's ability to learn and to form healthy relationships. How to manage your child's use …
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… Drug Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Related Information Overview One of the most important things you can … or seizures Coma Low birth weight Problems with how bones form Learning problems Cannabis Early (preterm) labour Low … support groups for family members and friends. Related Information Alcohol Effects on a Fetus Current as of: …
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… Jock Itch On this page: Related Information What is jock itch? Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a form of ringworm. Ringworm is not a worm at all. It is a … spreading infection from your feet to your groin. Related Information Groin Problems and Injuries Male Genital Problems …
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… Papillomavirus) On this page: Related Information What are genital warts? Genital … Use a condom every time you have sex. Condoms are the only form of birth control that also helps prevent STIs. Don't … for some STIs, such as HPV. Ask your doctor for more information. HPV vaccine The vaccines available in Canada help …
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… Gonorrhea On this page: Related Information What is gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is … Use a condom every time you have sex. Condoms are the only form of birth control that also helps prevent STIs. Don't … for some STIs, such as HPV. Ask your doctor for more information. Related Information Chlamydia Genital Herpes …
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… Cleft Lip On this page: Related Information What is cleft lip? Cleft lip is a … Support your child's self-esteem. Explain how cleft lips form and how having one has been a part of making your child … others who are going through similar challenges. Related Information Alcohol Effects on a Fetus Birth Defects Testing …
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… Chlamydia On this page: Related Information What is chlamydia? Chlamydia (say … Use a condom every time you have sex. Condoms are the only form of birth control that also helps prevent STIs. Don't … for some STIs, such as HPV. Ask your doctor for more information. Related Information Gonorrhea Health Screening: …
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… Overview Radioactive iodine, given in a capsule or liquid form, is absorbed and concentrated by the thyroid gland . … on Radioiodine Safety. Thyroid , 21(4): 335–346. This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree …
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… Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview An alkaline phosphatase (ALP) test … this test. When a blood sample is taken, a small bruise may form at the site. Results Each lab has a different range for … inherited bone disease called hypophosphatasia. Related Information Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor …
