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… problems. Birth defects. Problems bonding or feeding as a newborn. Heavy alcohol use during pregnancy can also lead to miscarriage , stillbirth, or a … to have problems. Traits passed down through families. Some babies are more likely to be harmed by alcohol than others. …
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… Overview The ring is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your … for 3 weeks in a row and then go without a ring for 1 week. During this week, you have your period. Or you may use the … 5 days of the menstrual cycle . The ring is replaced with a new one every 4 weeks. The vaginal ring is a highly …
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… Uses This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: a progestin and an … doses. Pregnancy is more likely if you miss pills, start a new pack late, or take your pill at a different time of the … periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use. If any of these effects last or get worse, …
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… Pediatrics Society recommends developmental testing for babies and toddlers during routine checkups. footnote 1 … autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are usually done at ages 18 months and 36 months. The doctor will use developmental … pointing, or other gestures by 12 months. Saying no single words by 16 months. Saying no two-word spontaneous …
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… starting this medication, it may take several weeks to months before you get the full benefit of this drug. Do not … lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the …
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… Your doctor will monitor liver tests for several months after you stop lamivudine. Get medical help right … lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. … to become pregnant. Your doctor should direct you to get a pregnancy test before starting this medication. During
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… and the need for follow-up care. Burns in children Babies and young children may have a more severe reaction … is a concern with all burns. Watch for signs of infection during the healing process. Home treatment for a minor burn … instructions on the label. Protect burns while they heal. Newly healed burns can be sensitive to temperature. Healing …
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… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may rarely develop symptoms including …
Medications
… seizures. Withdrawal symptoms may sometimes last weeks to months. Uses This medication is used to treat episodes of … These side effects can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. Newborn babies of mothers who use this medication late in pregnancy
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… to use it at the same time each day. It may take up to 3 months to notice a benefit. You must continue to take this … this medication can decrease the amount of semen released during sex. This is harmless, but has continued in some men … medication should not be used in women, especially during pregnancy or breast-feeding. It may harm an unborn or …