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Medical tests
… is thicker than normal, it can be an early sign of Down syndrome , trisomy 18 , or heart problems. The test is done … your developing baby (fetus) may be at risk for having Down syndrome or other problems. Learn more Pregnancy: Should I … example: The nuchal translucency test correctly finds Down syndrome in 64 to 70 out of 100 fetuses who have it. It …
Medications
… or a severe illness that can rarely cause liver failure and death. Hepatitis B infection can cause serious problems … usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and infants receive it in the upper thigh. A series of 3 … usually receive the injection in the upper arm, and infants receive it in the upper thigh. A series of 3 …
Medications
… (intravenously-IV) by a trained healthcare professional. Deaths have occurred with medications similar to vinorelbine … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug and for 9 days … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug and for 9 days …
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… can cause serious complications for the baby, including death. Women who have genital herpes before they become pregnant are at very low risk of passing it to their infant. How do I find out if I have herpes? Herpes testing …
Health topics
… adults with disabilities such as cerebral palsy or Down syndrome need extra help preparing for independent living. … who live there. Cerebral Palsy Down Syndrome, Ages 13 to 21 Current as of: February 27, … adults with disabilities such as cerebral palsy or Down syndrome need extra help preparing for independent living. …
Medications
… (sometimes fatal) side effect known as cytokine release syndrome-CRS. You will be given this medication in a … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug and for at … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug and for at …
Medications
… system disorders (such as myasthenia gravis, Guillain-Barre syndrome) infection diabetes heart problems (such as … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended while using this … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended while using this …
Medications
… In these cases, taking aspirin increases the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. During pregnancy, this … breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Drug … breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Drug …
Medications
… donor cells immune system disorders (such as Guillain-Barre syndrome, lupus, sarcoidosis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended while using this … into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended while using this …
Medications
… or family history of glaucoma (angle-closure type) Down's syndrome brain damage or spastic paralysis (in children) … eyes in bright light. Use dark sunglasses when outdoors. Infants or small children may be more sensitive to the side … eyes in bright light. Use dark sunglasses when outdoors. Infants or small children may be more sensitive to the side …
