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… cells in the lining of a duct or lobe of the breast haven't spread, they are said to be non-invasive , or "in … later in life. Other factors Some breast cancer cells have: Hormone receptors for estrogen and progesterone. Some … or progesterone (or both) to grow. These cancer cells have "receptors" on their surfaces. Receptors are like …
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… feel about your body (your body image) may change when you have cancer. It is common to feel angry, frustrated, or … nerve damage from surgery may affect a man's ability to have an erection. Also, the stress of being diagnosed with … a support group in your area. Talking with other people who have had similar feelings can be very helpful. For more …
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… has changed. Sometimes, it's felt as if hard times have brought it on. At other points in her life, the … "Counselling was good for me to understand that I have value as a person, that I'm a kind person, and I do have a caring heart." It's also helped her learn what can …
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… partner. Try non-genital pleasuring. Remove your clothes. Have your partner lie face down. Starting at your partner's … neck, slowly caress and kiss from head to toe. Then have your partner turn over. Repeat the caressing and … Lie on your stomach while your partner caresses you. Don't have intercourse the first day. Enjoy holding, relaxing, and …
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… You may: Faint or feel like you might faint. Sweat and have chills. Be sick to your stomach or vomit. Feel weak or … and your personal health risks. Even if you do not have symptoms within 8 hours of a bite, continue to watch for symptoms for up to 2 weeks. If you do not have symptoms within 8 to 12 hours, the snake might not have …
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… about 6 cm (2.5 in.) and gain about 3 kg (7 lb) in a year. Have growth patterns related to their sex. Girls are usually … building skills in multiplication, division, and fractions. Have learned to write in cursive. Can write simple stories. … by age 10: Enjoy being with their friends. They often have a best friend of the same gender. Continue to enjoy …
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… Overview Some people who have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are at high risk for sudden … history. Your doctor might check to see if you: footnote 2 Have had cardiac arrest or ventricular tachycardia in the … who had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and died suddenly. Have fainted (syncope). Have had low blood pressure during …
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… hormones are found in both men and women, although men have a lot more of them. In women, androgens are produced by … glands. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often have hirsutism, along with acne and irregular menstrual cycles. But some women with hirsutism don't have PCOS or any other cause that can be identified. Their …
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… Platelets are the cells that help blood clot. If you don't have enough of them, your blood can't clot well. That means it's harder to stop bleeding. What causes it? You may have low platelets because your bone marrow doesn't make … doctor may change a drug you take or treat an infection you have. Treatment may include: Injecting platelets into a …
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… affect all areas of your child's life. Many children who have asthma miss school days. When this happens, have your child call a friend to ask about the work that was … asthma symptoms, such as going to the homes of friends who have pets. Inviting those friends to your home can help your …
