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… Suicidal Thoughts or Threats On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … be afraid to talk to someone if you're worried about them. Talking about suicide may actually help to prevent suicide. … make them worse. Recent health events , such as surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards …
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… include: Meningitis, an infection of the fluid (cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF) and tissues (meninges) that surround the brain and spinal cord. Encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. This is … This can cause blindness if it is not treated early. If your eye is very irritated or if you feel pain in your eye, …
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… slow heart rate. A problem with the placenta or umbilical cord puts the baby at risk. The baby is too big to be … blood loss. Blood clots in the mother's legs or lungs. Injury to the mother or baby. Problems from the anesthesia, … the surgery. She will then get medicine (either epidural or spinal anesthesia ) to numb her belly and legs. Fast-acting …
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… Overview Overview Violence causes more injury and death in children, teenagers, and young adults … they are considering violence toward other people, such as: Talking about violence, especially violence directed toward … action and telling someone who can help can prevent harm to yourself and others. It also will protect another teen with …
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… Nosebleeds On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … low humidity. High altitude. Chemical fumes. Smoke. Injury to the nose, such as: Hitting or bumping the nose. … than usual. The child has to take breaks from eating or talking to breathe. The nostrils flare or the belly moves in …
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… of stigma that can lead to anxiety, fear and misinformation about herpes. For many people, herpes is a minor skin … liver, lungs or brain. If you are pregnant, and you or your partner have a history of herpes, it is important to inform …
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… herniation? The bones (vertebrae) that form the spine in your back are cushioned by round, flat discs. When these … over time. But if the herniated disc is squeezing your spinal cord or nerves and/or you are having weakness, constant …
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… Sexually Transmitted Infection Screening On this page: … at higher risk. This may include people who have: A new sex partner or partners. A sex partner who has other partners. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … disease that affects the central nervous system—the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. It can cause problems with muscle …
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… life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe … her clothing, the baby could strangle There are no straps, cords or window blinds near the baby’s crib Some babies fall … crack, cocaine, heroin, nicotine and others. If you or your partner need support to stop or reduce substance use, call …
