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… antiepileptic medicines increase the risk even more. If you have epilepsy and become pregnant, stopping medicine … always the best solution. Having seizures during pregnancy can also harm the baby. And pregnancy causes changes in your … following information is based on guidelines from the American Academy of Neurology. footnote 1 , footnote 2 Before you
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… and during early pregnancy. The results of these tests can help find certain problems during the pregnancy. They … pregnancy or for a baby immediately after birth. Blood type , antibody screening, and a complete blood count (CBC) are all part of an obstetric panel. Your doctor can check to see if you have Rh -negative blood. …
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… with heart or lung problems. Rarely, this medication can cause capillary leak syndrome (CLS), a serious condition … professional. This drug may also be used for certain other types of cancer (such as Kaposi's sarcoma, neuroblastoma). … connective tissue disease (scleroderma) seizures arthritis diabetes gallbladder problems (cholecystitis) a certain …
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… or pharmacist for more information. Patients with certain types of heart disease should not use ribavirin because it can lower your red blood cell level (anemia). This may … breathing problems pancreas problems (such as pancreatitis) diabetes This drug may make you dizzy or unusually tired or …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Talk to your doctor before you take any prescription or … while breastfeeding. That's because some medicines can affect your breast milk. Many medicines are safe to use … Antidepressants. Anticoagulants (blood thinners). Diabetes medicines (such as insulin). Decongestants with …
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… updated August 5, 2013 After giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care.   Find advice on coping with … pelvis strengthening exercises (Kegels). DID YOU KNOW?  You can become pregnant again before your period returns and … pregnancy, use birth control. Vaginal bleeding (Lochia) You can expect to have bleeding and discharge from the your …
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… Overview Print this form and fill in Section 1 before your appointment. Complete section 2 at the end of your … explain: How do I get the test results? What home treatment can I do? Ask the following questions about what you can do to help treat your condition. What do I need to …
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… pads. What are the symptoms? Allergic reactions to latex can vary from minor to life-threatening. Or they may … is diagnosed with a physical examination and other tests. You will be asked about your symptoms and any recent … your past health. Tests may include: A blood test. This can detect latex antibodies. Glove-use tests and skin tests. …
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… Overview What is a female condom? Condoms can protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and they can be used to prevent pregnancy The female condom is a tube …
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… virus. The vaccine is made from killed rabies virus and cannot cause rabies. In B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided … rabies. It is also provided free to students attending a Canadian Veterinary College or Animal Health Training … If an animal that may have rabies has bitten or scratched you, get RabIg and rabies vaccine as soon as possible. If …