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… fresh herbs and berries. Produce may become contaminated when watered with or washed in water containing the parasite, or when handled by people infected with cyclosporiasis. How do … and berries (such as raspberries and blackberries) When traveling to developing countries, avoid eating fruits …
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… testicle through a small incision. This method may be used when there is a blockage that prevents sperm from being ejaculated or when there is a problem with sperm development. People with … an egg during infertility treatment. This is often done when there are sperm-related infertility issues, such as …
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… you have vaginal sex. If you have sex more than one time when the cap is in place, apply more spermicide to your … by a vaginal birth. If you have had a vaginal childbirth: When the cap is used exactly as directed , it is about 74% … of 100 people who use it will have an unplanned pregnancy. When it is not used exactly as directed ,it is about 68% …
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… you have questions about this information, take it with you when you visit your doctor. How to use eyedrops or eye ointment Safety tips Take these safety precautions when you use eyedrops or eye ointments: Wash your hands well … ointment. If you have disposable medical gloves, wear them when you put eyedrops or eye ointments into someone else's …
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… levels of both renin and aldosterone are normally present when the body is trying to conserve fluid and salt (sodium). When a tumour that makes aldosterone is present, your … level will be low. Usually a renin activity test is done when the aldosterone level is measured. Why It Is Done An …
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… a short time, such as after surgery, or for long-term pain when safer options don't help. Opioids don't cure a health … Opioids are strong medicines. They can help you manage pain when you take them the right way. But if you misuse them, … to having opioids. And you could have withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking them. Symptoms include nausea, …
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… it? In most cases, C. perfringens foodborne illness results when you eat improperly cooked and stored foods. Normally, … Commonly infected foods include meats, meat products, and gravy. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of C. … Commonly infected foods include meats, meat products, and gravy. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of C. …
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… changes—not dieting. "I actually get mad at people when they say, 'You've been on a diet.' I'm not on a diet. … weight." Now Jaci tries to exercise at least 5 days a week. When she's not running around a track, she uses an exercise … She varies her exercise throughout the year—running track when her kids are in football practice and playing …
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… insulin . This is because insulin and C-peptide are linked when first made by the pancreas. Insulin helps the body use … blood sugar level in the body. A C-peptide test can be done when it is not clear whether type 1 diabetes or type 2 … insulinoma will have a high level of C-peptide in the blood when they have a high level of insulin. Why It Is Done A …
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… separate losses in a person's life. Multiple losses occur when a person loses: A partner. Loss of a partner usually … It may help to stay connected with friends and family when grieving the loss of a partner. A child. Losing a child … person. Adults and children grieve in different ways. When grieving the loss of a parent, it may help to reach out …
