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… (bariatric) surgery? Bariatric surgery is surgery to help you lose weight. This type of surgery is only used for … weight you gain during pregnancy. It might also reduce your risk of needing a caesarean section (C-section). footnote 2 … your doctor, midwife, or a dietitian about what to eat and when and how much you can eat after surgery. Keeping a food …
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… in the amount of urine). There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as heart failure, fast/irregular heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. … certain adrenal gland problem (pheochromocytoma) breast cancer severe breathing problems (such as asthma, …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview Blood … , or heart valves. A blood infection may also develop when the immune system is weak. This can occur in infants … older adults. It can happen because of a disease (such as cancer or AIDS) or from medicines (such as corticosteroids …
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… into the tissues surrounding them. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that commonly … not sexually transmitted can also cause PID. To find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider … have any symptoms, and do not know they have it. However, when present, the most common symptoms are: Pain in the …
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… to be as active as possible. But children with disabilities are less likely to be physically active than other children. … What are the barriers to physical activity? No matter what your child's limitations are, you can find ways to help him or her be as active as …
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… What is Rh sensitization during pregnancy? You may have Rh-negative blood, and your baby may have … A blood test is the only way to know you have it or are at risk for it. What causes Rh sensitization, and what problems … the baby is doing. Treatment focuses on preventing or reducing fetal harm and on avoiding early (preterm) …
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… tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Remember that … lupus dehydration high level of potassium in the blood skin cancer This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana …
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… tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Remember that … potassium, low magnesium, high calcium) gout lupus skin cancer This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana …
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… Uses Lapatinib is used to treat a certain type of breast cancer (HER2-positive). It works by slowing or stopping the … Your condition will not improve any faster, and the risk of serious side effects may be increased. Avoid eating … hot baths). Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Avoid pressure on elbows, knees, and soles of …
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… Tooth development in children Teething: Common concerns Reducing biting in children ages 8 to 14 months Reducing … time outside of video chatting with loved ones Mitigate the risks by being present and engaged when screens are used, whenever possible, and curating the …
