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Medications
… be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. … be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
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… during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and pregnancy. Having enough vitamin D helps your body better … amount of calcium from food and supplements. Talk to a dietitian, pharmacist, or your health care provider if you … information, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian. Food Sources of Calcium Food Serving size Amount …
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… foods that have fat and protein. Talk with your doctor or a dietitian about what foods you need to gain or maintain your … snacks. Snack foods that can help you add calories to your diet include: Ice cream. Pudding. Cheese. Granola bars. … already eat can help you add calories and protein to your diet. Add an egg or egg yolk to meat loaf, macaroni and …
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… on your health, you may need more or less of it in your diet. What foods may contain hidden potassium? Some foods … it may still be in that food. Potassium may be found in: Diet or protein drinks and diet bars. Sports drinks. These are meant to replace …
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… Overview During the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy, you may notice times when your belly tightens and … Hicks contractions between the 28th and 30th weeks of your pregnancy. But sometimes they start as early as the 20th … and Braxton Hicks contractions, especially in your first pregnancy. Braxton Hicks contractions: Tend to be irregular …
Medical tests
… is a blood test that may be done at 15 to 22 weeks of pregnancy. It's used to look for possible problems with your … (uE3). This is a form of estrogen that increases during pregnancy. It's made in large amounts by the placenta. … care decisions that are important to many health problems. Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? …
Medications
… to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. This medication may make you more sensitive to the … if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … control such as pills, patch, or ring. This could cause pregnancy. Talk to your doctor about additional or …
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… pushes against weak spots in the colon wall. Normally, a diet with enough fibre (also called roughage) produces stool … that is bulky and can move easily through the colon. If a diet is low in fibre, the colon must exert more pressure than usual to move small, hard stool. A low-fibre diet also can increase the time stool remains in the bowel, …
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… to. How is eosinophilic esophagitis treated? Changing your diet is one of the ways to treat eosinophilic esophagitis. … those foods. If not, your doctor may suggest one of these diets: Cutting out foods that are known to cause … Replacing all solid foods with a special liquid protein diet. After some time, you would add back one group of …
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… or midwife? Here's an overview of what to expect. Early pregnancy visits are usually the longest in duration. Your … expect to undergo a series of tests and check-ups, such as: Pregnancy test Detailed medical history including lifestyle … Medical care during your first trimester Early in your pregnancy, you can expect to visit your doctor or midwife …
