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… problems as well as medicines they may be taking, such as birth control pills or hormone therapy. Menopause. A woman's … versus estrogen plus progestin). footnote 1 , footnote 2 Birth control pills. Using birth control pills might increase your risk if you smoke …
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… intestine . A baby may get pyloric stenosis anytime between birth and 3 months of age. It rarely happens in babies older … than 3 months. It usually starts about 3 to 6 weeks after birth. If your baby was born early (premature), symptoms may … involved in your baby's care while he or she is in the hospital may help you feel more comfortable when you take …
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… a child include genetics, infection during pregnancy, low birth weight, an eye injury, and some medicines. What are … Most of the time, cataracts in newborns are found at birth during a doctor examination before leaving the hospital or during routine checkups. If a doctor finds signs …
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… lung disease may have symptoms as soon as 3 days after birth. The most common first symptom is trouble breathing. … if your baby needs extra oxygen for at least 28 days after birth. Based on your baby's gestational age and how much … who have chronic lung disease may need to stay in the hospital from several weeks to several months. What can you …
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… measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … syndromes, like Down syndrome, Pendred and Alport Low birth weight – less than 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) Neonatal … (ECMO) treatment as a newborn Very high bilirubin levels at birth that need an exchange transfusion Receiving certain …
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… reduce your risk of future heart problems, stay out of the hospital, and manage your symptoms. Rehab can also help you … your own. Phases of Cardiac Rehab Cardiac rehab may include hospital (inpatient) programs and outpatient programs. … a plan to help you start a safe home exercise program. Hospital program A hospital (inpatient) program takes place …
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… common breastfeeding challenges. In the first hour(s) after birth: Have your baby skin-to-skin on your bare chest right … in breastfeeding within the first 30 to 60 minutes after birth. It's important to allow your baby to finish his or … to the infant's side. In the first three to four days after birth, your baby may lose some weight. This is normal. Learn …
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… Childbirth Classes On this page: Overview Overview A childbirth education class can teach you and your partner a lot. … Call your doctor, midwife, nurse advice line, or your local hospital or birthing centre to learn more about these …
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… the mother. The baby's body gets used to the drug. After birth, when the drug starts to leave the body, the baby goes through withdrawal. This may happen within hours after birth. Or it may happen later, depending on the drug. How … adjust. Your baby may need to spend days to months in the hospital to treat the symptoms of withdrawal. How can you …
