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… Ending a pregnancy Last updated June 1, 2021 Overview You may need to … the copper IUD can remain in place and be used as regular birth control, the EPC should not be. The EPC is designed to keep you from getting …
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… Immunizations and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … , and chickenpox can harm a growing fetus. They can cause birth defects, fetal death, or premature birth. Chickenpox … or during your pregnancy. footnote 3 Your other children should receive their immunizations on schedule. Having your …
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… Heat After an Injury On this page: Overview Overview Experts disagree about the use of heat after an injury. Some experts: Do not recommend using heat … increase swelling, especially in the first few hours right after the injury. If you decide to use heat and you notice …
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… Terconazole Cream, Suppository - Vaginal On this page: Uses How To Use Side Effects … cervical caps) and lead to failure. This can result in pregnancy. Do not use these products during treatment with … form of this product. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks …
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… the first weeks after childbirth. Take it easy on yourself. Try to sleep when your baby does. Ask another adult to be … information, see the topic Postpartum Depression . What should you know about newborn care? During your baby's first … change as it returns to its non-pregnant condition. As with pregnancy changes, postpartum changes are different for …
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… Vaginal Self-Examination (VSE) On this page: Test Overview … between your menstrual periods. A vaginal self-examination should not replace a regular pelvic examination by your … the light and mirror until you can see into the vagina. You should be able to see the reddish pink walls of the vagina, …
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… Lupus and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … of fetal and pregnancy problems. This includes premature birth and stillbirth. This risk is greatest among women who … lupus is under control for at least 6 months before they try to become pregnant. Some women with lupus need to take …
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… HIV and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … The virus is usually passed on during labour and childbirth. It is sometimes is passed during pregnancy. … medicines called antiretrovirals, both during pregnancy and after the birth, greatly reduces a baby's risk of HIV …
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… Pregnancy and Epilepsy On this page: Overview Related … who become pregnant deliver healthy babies. But the risk of birth defects, stillbirth, and seizure-related problems is … condition and blood tests to monitor your drug levels. After birth, it's very important for your baby to get the …
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… Recurrent Vaginal Yeast Infections On this page: Overview Overview What are recurrent vaginal yeast infections? For your vaginal yeast infections … be oral or vaginal medicines. If symptoms don't improve after treatment, more testing and treatment may be needed. …
