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… a fetus to be stillborn. Find out the cause of a baby's birth defects or disability. Help determine the appropriate … is done on a blood sample taken from a vein. For testing during pregnancy, it may also be done on a sample of … is done on a blood sample taken from a vein. For testing during pregnancy, it may also be done on a sample of …
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… Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health … (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …
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… .) You could have: A defective joint that you've had since birth (congenital). A joint damaged by an accident or other … position. Sometimes both decompression and fusion are done during the same surgery. After any of these surgeries, you … position. Sometimes both decompression and fusion are done during the same surgery. After any of these surgeries, you …
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… a strong magnet. In some cases, a contrast material is used during the MRI scan. This means that you have a dye injected … risk of an allergic reaction if contrast material is used during the MRI. But most reactions are mild and can be … an allergic reaction to contrast material that may be used during an MRI. Some contrast material can cause a serious …
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… yourself. Since most of the damage to the heart muscle during a heart attack occurs in the first 6 hours, emergency … that you need to rest a while longer. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur during self-care at home: Increased difficulty breathing. …
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… can be caused by hormone changes, such as those that occur during pregnancy or with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) . … doctor about taking extra calcium. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur during self-care at home: New or worse pain or swelling. New …
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… An estimated 50% of women get bladder infections sometime during their lives. Kidney infections . They are less common … form of urinary incontinence in older women. Multiple childbirths, aging, and decreasing hormone levels may cause … can cause genital skin irritation. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… in place. Hold the tooth in the socket with your finger during transport. An adult or older child may be able to … Be sure to take the tooth with you. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur during self-care at home: New or worse signs of infection, …
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… prescription and non-prescription medicines you are taking. During the visit State your main problem or reason for your … prescription and non-prescription medicines you are taking. During the visit State your main problem or reason for your …