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Medications
… vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat … this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medical tests
… After the tracer is injected, the camera will scan for radiation released by the tracer. The camera produces … blurring the pictures. The camera does not produce any radiation. You are not exposed to any more radiation while the scan is being done. How long the test …
Health topics
… to drink. Untreated water can contain harmful bacteria and chemicals. For example, high levels of nitrates have been … it to your baby. Boiling kills bacteria but does not remove chemicals. Boil any type of water for one minute and then …
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… Second-hand tobacco smoke is poisonous. It has over 7,000 chemicals, hundreds of which are toxic and at least 70 that … research indicates that exposure to nicotine during pregnancy may impact fetal development. How can I prevent … room for hours even with an open window. Many of the toxic chemicals remain in the air and the carpets, curtains, …
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… and water supplies may need to be tested for bacteria and chemicals before being used. In some cases, repairs or … of at least 90 percent water and do not contain any PFAS chemicals. Foams are golden-brown and have an orange blossom … is safe, drinking water from sources where fire retardant chemicals were used should be checked to ensure that it …
Health topics
… of the fallopian tubes increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy and can cause infertility . Prevent infection from … infections (STIs) . Have cancer or receive chemotherapy or radiation therapy . Have diabetes . Are HIV -positive. Use … of the fallopian tubes increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy and can cause infertility . Prevent infection from …
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… Medicines? Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? Pregnancy: Should I Have an Epidural During Childbirth? Prostate Cancer: Should I Have Radiation or Surgery for Localized Prostate Cancer? Quitting … Medicines? Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? Pregnancy: Should I Have an Epidural During Childbirth? …
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… of medicines or medical treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy . Recent surgery, high fever, rapid weight … be used to treat a variety of conditions. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines used to treat … Medicines taken after organ transplant. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Not having a spleen. A change …
Medical tests
… This doughnut-shaped machine sends low-dose X-rays, or radiation, through your chest to make detailed pictures. A low-dose CT uses much less radiation than a regular-dose CT scan. A doctor looks at the … This means that you may get treatment—including surgery, radiation , or chemotherapy —that you don't need. Even …
Health topics
… talk with your doctor about birth control options. Planning pregnancy when you have type 1 diabetes If you are planning … High blood sugar levels during the first trimester of pregnancy raise the risk of birth defects. Good care of … on your age, hormones (such as during rapid growth or pregnancy), and changes in exercise routine. You may need …
