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… (EC)? Emergency contraception (EC) helps prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or a failed contraceptive. A … sex, or your partner ejaculated on your genitals (e.g., during withdrawal method) The condom broke, slipped off or … IUD Side effects of an IUD can include: Pain or cramping during or after insertion Infection A chance that it comes …
Medical tests
… sample. The doctor may use ultrasound to guide the needle during the biopsy. The area will be numb. The biopsy itself … products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you … in your arm. The sedative will help you relax and lie still during the biopsy. During the test You will be asked to lie …
Medical tests
… you are having a hard time getting pregnant (infertility). During the test, a dye ( contrast material ) is put through … An infection, endometriosis , or a previous ectopic pregnancy may cause severe scarring of the fallopian tubes … hour before your test. This can help with cramps and pain during the test. You may want to bring a sanitary pad to …
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… this page and fill in the following information before and during your appointment to follow up on a health problem. … appointment? What questions or concerns do I want addressed during this appointment? Do I have any new symptoms? Yes ___ … this page and fill in the following information before and during your appointment to follow up on a health problem. …
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… lifestyle. Make sure to follow these general sleep tips. During the day Don't drink liquids that have caffeine … use tobacco, especially near bedtime or if you wake up during the night. Nicotine is a stimulant, which means it … . Take a warm bath. Play a quiet game, or read a book. During the night Reduce noise in the house, or mask it with …
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… Birth control (also called contraception) can help prevent pregnancy. There are many types of birth control available. … help prevent sexual and body fluids from being exchanged during sex. They do not protect against sexually transmitted … control. Birth control How birth control methods prevent pregnancy Effectiveness rate of birth control methods How …
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… What are birth defects tests? Birth defects tests are done during pregnancy to look for possible problems with the baby … with surgery after birth and sometimes even with surgery during pregnancy. Some other defects cannot be fixed. …
Medical tests
… Done Results Test Overview During the first trimester of pregnancy, screening tests for birth defects may be done. … screening. It's done in two stages at two different times during the pregnancy. How It Is Done Screening tests for …
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… What types of patients does the doctor see? What can you do during your first visit? During your first visit, tell your doctor that you would … making treatment decisions. Pay attention to how you feel during the visit. Think about these questions: Does the …
Medications
… Uses This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: norethindrone (a … This product also contains inactive tablets taken during the fourth week. The inactive pills do not contain … directed by your doctor. You should have your period during the fourth week of the cycle. After you have taken …
