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… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane …
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… this page: Overview Overview When you have asthma, certain things can make your symptoms worse. … or beta-blockers. Hormones, including those involved in pregnancy and menstrual periods. A woman's symptoms may … or beta-blockers. Hormones, including those involved in pregnancy and menstrual periods. A woman's symptoms may …
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… Roles of Different Doctors Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have an Angiogram? Coronary Artery Disease: Should I Have Angioplasty for Stable Angina? Risk Factors …
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… such as: Exercising, injury, or overuse of muscles. Pregnancy. Cramps may occur because of decreased amounts of … as calcium and magnesium, especially in the later months of pregnancy. Exposure to cold temperatures, especially to cold … that relaxes your muscles. Talk with your doctor if you have muscle cramps that keep coming back or are severe. …
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… to ease your symptoms and make sure that you don't have a serious condition. What causes them? A number of … release two hormones, estrogen and progestin. They prevent pregnancy and also can reduce menstrual bleeding and pain. … pills that help reduce bleeding but do not prevent pregnancy. Hormonal IUD. This is a birth control device that …
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… between contractions or suck on ice chips. Pee frequently. Have a warm shower while sitting on a chair or leaning on … 45-60 seconds. If your water breaks or leaks. If you have vaginal bleeding, or show (pink tinged vaginal mucus). … Resources & links Labor and delivery Contractions during pregnancy: what to expect … First stage of labour - active …
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… Cancer: Controlling Nausea and Vomiting From Chemotherapy Pregnancy: Dealing With Morning Sickness … Citations Festin M (2014). Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy. BMJ Clinical Evidence . … Gynecology Festin M (2014). Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy. BMJ Clinical Evidence . …
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… Hormone Tests Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hyperthyroidism: Should I Use Antithyroid Medicine or Radioactive Iodine? … section Make a Wise Decision Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: Should I Have a Hysterectomy? Diabetes: Should I Get an Insulin Pump? …
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… can give information about your health and problems you may have. The kidneys take out waste material, minerals, fluids, … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon … can have glucose in their urine, which is normal during pregnancy. Ketones Normal: None Abnormal: Ketones in the …
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… animal, including the fur or meat of dead animals. If you have no soap and water, use a gel hand sanitizer or … doctor if there are any other local types of infection you should protect against during pregnancy. Infections you can get from pets Even pets that …
