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… Birth Control for Teens On this page: Overview Your Choices … Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If you have sex without birth control, there's a … or female condoms are examples of barrier methods. They block the sperm from fertilizing an egg. You use one each …
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… Birth Defects Testing On this page: Health … What are birth defects tests? Birth defects tests are done during pregnancy to look for possible problems with the baby …
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… Pregnancy Last updated September 2, 2024 Overview Changes … aspects to consider when pregnant. Healthcare providers during pregnancy Deciding on the type of care you’ll receive … blood pressure and preeclampsia), and prepare your body for labour and delivery. Make sure you talk to your doctor to …
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… Spermicide for Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview Spermicide is used to prevent pregnancy. It kills sperm or stops sperm from moving. For it … exactly as directed , 18 women out of 100 have an unplanned pregnancy. When it is not used exactly as directed , 28 …
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… Hepatitis C in Pregnancy On this page: … Treatment can usually cure hepatitis C. How is it diagnosed during pregnancy? A blood test for hepatitis C is usually … health professionals who treat you or your baby during labour, delivery, and recovery know that you have hepatitis …
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… Diaphragm for Birth Control On this page: Overview … may be difficult. The diaphragm is used to prevent pregnancy. It is called a barrier method because it keeps … as directed , it is about 84% effective for preventing pregnancy. This means that about 16 out of 100 people who …
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… Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … about whether MS affects getting pregnant or about labour and delivery are common. Here are some answers: Most … delivery. MS does not increase the risk of miscarriage or birth defects. Some women have fewer MS symptoms during …
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… Parenting babies 0 – 12 Months Last updated January 28, 2025 … Chance A guide for current and future parents, including pregnancy, birth and parenting a new baby. Image Baby care Advice about …
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… cord is damaged by infection or spinal stenosis , or by a birth defect such as spina bifida . How is it diagnosed? A … psychological, and social issues involved in an SCI pregnancy. Work with doctors who understand these issues. … support may be needed. Autonomic dysreflexia. During labour, the symptoms of this condition may be the same as …
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… Joints and spinal cord Last updated March 1, 2024 It's not uncommon to … Injuries, Age 12 and Older Hip Problems, Age 12 and Older Spinal cord injury and recovery Mobility After a Spinal Cord Injury Spinal Cord Injury: Adapting Your Home …
