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… have breast-conserving surgery ( lumpectomy ) followed by radiation treatments live just as long as women who have … don't live longer than women who have lumpectomy plus radiation treatments. footnote 1 Bilateral mastectomy … have breast-conserving surgery ( lumpectomy ) followed by radiation treatments live just as long as women who have …
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… blocker. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and … health of the mother and unborn baby. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, … the benefits and risks of using this medication during pregnancy. Rarely, babies born to mothers who took labetalol …
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… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … needed. When this drug is used during the last few weeks of pregnancy, the risk of bleeding in both mother and infant … may also make it harder for your body to get rid of certain chemicals used in gallbladder tests. Make sure lab personnel …
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… system. In some children, immune system cells release chemicals that cause inflammation in response to certain … likely to get asthma. footnote 6 Cigarette smoking during pregnancy. Women who smoke during pregnancy increase the risk of wheezing in their babies. …
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… can cause their airway to become restricted. Keep your pregnancy smoke-free and give your baby a smoke-free … other drugs The use of certain substances during and after pregnancy may also increase the risk of sleep- related …
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… or books to pass the time before and after surgery A robe Cosmetics The day of your surgery Plan to arrive several … or books to pass the time before and after surgery A robe Cosmetics The day of your surgery Plan to arrive several …
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… use strong antiseptic soaps, perfumed skin lotions, or chemicals (such as Epsom salt; iodine; or corn, callus, or … use strong antiseptic soaps, perfumed skin lotions, or chemicals (such as Epsom salt; iodine; or corn, callus, or …
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… Use gloves when you garden, do yard work, use household chemicals, or do dishes. Take steps to prevent problems from … Use gloves when you garden, do yard work, use household chemicals, or do dishes. Take steps to prevent problems from …
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… Overview Nicotine is only one of more than 4,000 chemicals in tobacco, but it is the major component that … . … Overview Nicotine is only one of more than 4,000 chemicals in tobacco, but it is the major component that …
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… leaving the ash and tar in your lungs. Picture the harmful chemicals entering your bloodstream. Tell yourself that you … leaving the ash and tar in your lungs. Picture the harmful chemicals entering your bloodstream. Tell yourself that you …