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… or use imagery to distract you and help you relax. Some women labour in water or take a shower. Many women ask for pain medicine, such as an epidural injection, … deliver your baby . Where you want to have your baby . Most women choose to work with a doctor and have their baby …
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… if you have any unusual vaginal bleeding. In postmenopausal women, estrogens, taken with or without a progestin, … Uses This medication is a female hormone. It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot … or injected. Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). …
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… other cancers, stroke, and emphysema . Increased risk among women for having babies with a low birth weight, which may result in the death of the baby. Women who smoke are also at risk for menstrual problems, … other cancers, stroke, and emphysema . Increased risk among women for having babies with a low birth weight, which may …
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… Tension-Free Vaginal Tape for Stress Incontinence in Women Total Incontinence Turning Off Your ICD Types of … in Men Urinary Incontinence in Men Urinary Incontinence in Women Urinary Incontinence: Keeping a Daily Record Urinary … information section Medical Tests Bladder Stress Test in Women Bone Density Urodynamic Tests Open/close information …
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… or more other conditions, disease processes, or treatments. Women are far more likely to develop low bone density and osteoporosis than men. This is because women have a lower peak bone density and because the loss of … take place at the time of menopause. In both men and women, the following things can contribute to low bone …
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… with the uterus and cervix Infertility Treatment for women with PCOS Pregnancy after age 35 Male factors in … Treatments for cancer may cause infertility in both men and women. Cancer treatment for children may cause infertility … in obstetrics and gynaecology, advancing the health of women through leadership, advocacy, collaboration, and …
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… make talking about this sensitive subject a little easier. Women's sexual health issues are often related to menstrual … for Erection Problems Sex Therapy for Sexual Problems in Women Sexual Abuse or Assault (Rape) Sexual Orientation … Exam Is Done Sexually Transmitted Infections: Symptoms in Women Sexually Transmitted Infections: Treatment Spermicide …
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… prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some pregnant women and people find it hard to talk about alcohol use with … pregnancy. How can others offer support? Many pregnant women and people are more likely to avoid alcohol if they … Pregnancy Outreach Programs offer support to pregnant women and people in communities across B.C. To find a …
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… monocytogenes ( L. monocytogenes ) bacterium. In pregnant women, the infection can result in miscarriage, premature … or even stillbirth. Listeriosis affects mainly pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and adults with impaired … weakened immune systems, adults aged 60 and older, pregnant women, and newborns. Contact your doctor if you think you …
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… Information Overview Preventing foodborne illness Pregnant women may become much more ill from foodborne illness than … food properly to help prevent food poisoning. Pregnant women also need to take these extra precautions to avoid … storing and preparing foods properly. In addition, pregnant women need to take these extra steps to prevent …