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… fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a person with gonorrhea will … may include difficulty getting pregnant, ectopic or tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See … treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …
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… of age and older). Given the current measles situation, try to phone ahead to assure that they have vaccine in stock and to find out if you need an appointment. Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is given to … infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage or stillbirth. …
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… Uses This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: an estrogen (ethinyl … days in a row unless otherwise directed by your doctor. You should have your period during the fourth week of the cycle. … from other forms of hormonal birth control (such as patch, vaginal ring, other birth control pills) to this product. If …
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… Basics What is placenta previa? Placenta previa is a pregnancy problem in which the placenta blocks the cervix . … too. The baby may be born too early ( premature ), at a low birth weight, or with a birth defect. What causes it? … But others may have warning signs such as: Painless vaginal bleeding. The blood is often bright red, and the …
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… Uses This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: drospirenone (a … days in a row unless otherwise directed by your doctor. You should have your period usually within 3 days after you take … ankles/feet (retaining fluid), or weight change may occur. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or …
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… infections (STIs) and they can be used to prevent pregnancy. A male condom is placed over a man's erect penis … as pills). For the best protection, use the condom during vaginal, oral, or anal sex. "Natural" or sheep intestine … Some people are allergic to latex (rubber). These couples should use condoms made of polyurethane (plastic). Condoms …
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… a progestin (drospirenone). This product is used to prevent pregnancy. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills … for 7 days unless otherwise directed by your doctor. You should have your period usually within 3 days after you take … ankles/feet (fluid retention), or weight change may occur. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or …
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… this medication must not be used just for birth control. It should also not be used with other birth control … If taken daily as prescribed, these hormones prevent pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) … vomiting, headache, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, vaginal discomfort/irritation, increased vaginal fluids, …
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… fluids containing the bacteria during unprotected oral, vaginal and anal sex. Sometimes a person with chlamydia will … you may pass the infection to you baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if the baby is not treated. If you have chlamydia during pregnancy, the baby may develop pneumonia. Chlamydia …
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… if you think that you may be pregnant. It may cause a pregnancy to end, premature birth, or birth defects. In rare … and benefits with your doctor. When misoprostol is used vaginally for these purposes, it works by causing the womb … precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular …
