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… Overview Overview The shot is used to prevent pregnancy. You get the shot in your upper arm or rear end … called by its brand name, Depo-Provera. Progestin prevents pregnancy in these ways: It thickens the mucus in the … as directed , it is more than 99% effective for preventing pregnancy. That means that fewer than 1 out of 100 people …
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… tool to discover the amazing changes that happen during a pregnancy. Get a close-up peek at the early embryo. See how … find links to helpful information about testing, healthy pregnancy choices, premature birth, and labour and delivery. … do tell you a lot about what happens over the course of a pregnancy. This tool links you to information about prenatal …
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… specific health needs. Warning Your doctor should order a blood test to check your kidney function before you start … If you stop taking this medication early, you have a higher risk of forming a serious blood clot (such as a … check you for hidden bleeding that could be serious. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… growth and development Healthy eating and nutrition during pregnancy Pregnancy changes and coping strategies Preterm labour or low birth weight babies Physical activity during pregnancy and after birth Labour and delivery support, …
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… especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower … These side effects can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, …
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… to rule out other possible causes of a testicle problem. Blood or imaging tests may also be done. If these tests show … of a pea, usually is not painful. Testicular cancer has a high cure rate. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) recommends … self-examinations may be recommended for those who are at high risk for testicular cancer. This includes anyone who …
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… called coronary artery bypass graft surgery—helps improve blood flow to the heart muscle in people with severe … with bypass surgery increase with age. Your risk is also higher if you have other problems such as diabetes, kidney … more reliable than others. The better the evidence is—the higher its quality—the more we can trust it. The information …
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… See also Precautions. Nose/throat dryness or irritation, blood-tinged mucus/phlegm, and nosebleeds may occur. If any … and people who use this medication for a long time and in high doses. Tell your doctor right away if any of the … regularly so your child's height can be checked. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower … Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, … using those products safely. Cigarette smoking decreases blood levels of this medication. Tell your doctor if you …
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… especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower … Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, … lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function, complete blood count) may be done while you are taking this …
