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… provides blood to an Rh-positive fetus when fetal red blood cells are being destroyed by … Transfusions can be given through the fetal abdomen or, more often, by delivering … These transfusions are done when: Doppler ultrasound of the middle cerebral artery …
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… Gout Hemochromatosis Hemochromatosis Genetic Screening Hemophilia Hemophilia: Preventing … Carbon Monoxide (CO) Test CD4+ Count Test Chemistry Screen Cholesterol and Triglycerides … Carbon Monoxide (CO) Test CD4+ Count Test Chemistry Screen Cholesterol and Triglycerides …
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… Overview An intrauterine device (IUD) is a very effective method of birth … to prevent pregnancy. The doctor places the IUD into your uterus. Plastic strings tied to the end of the IUD hang down through the cervix into the …
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… Overview You can use an intrauterine device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy for 2.5 to 10 years, … on the type. Your doctor will remove your IUD after this time or if you have a medical … This can help with cramps during the IUD removal. First, you'll have some privacy to …
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… Overview The intrauterine device (IUD) is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a …
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… 38e What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol … and heavy drinking If illegal or street drugs, or medications are being used at the … time Genetics and many other factors For more information on pregnancy and alcohol use, …
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… during your pregnancy to find out your options. If you have a low-risk … other things too, such as ways to manage pain. But if a problem happens during labour, … the time. If you choose to have epidural pain relief , you will have monitoring all the time …
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… Overview During the first trimester, babies grow quickly - passing … two official stages of development. For the first seven weeks, a developing baby is … form. By about two weeks, when you miss your first period, the embryo becomes a layered …
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… Overview During pregnancy, you may have many questions about your health and potential complications that can occur during pregnancy. … fluid Polyhydramnios Multiple pregnancy Risks increase with the number of babies you …
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… Being proactive in preventing diseases and injuries will help you and your … and healthier lives. Learn about different diseases and conditions in this section. Disease and Injury Prevention Disease and Injury Prevention …
