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… about induction of labour Can I find out the sex of my baby? During the 2nd trimester detailed ultrasound, the genitals (sex organs) of your baby are usually viewed as … they see on the ultrasound, including the sex of your baby. Only your health care …
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… arterial disease (PAD) is narrowing or blockage of arteries that causes poor blood flow to … vessels (vasculitis) and old injuries that damaged the blood vessels. What Increases Your … disease. The risk for PAD also increases with age. People who have the disease in one part …
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… Condition Basics What is chronic kidney disease? Chronic kidney disease means your kidneys have not worked … blood. This makes you sick. Chronic kidney disease is also called chronic renal failure. …
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… along with other symptoms of pre-eclampsia, contact your doctor or midwife right away. … along with other symptoms of pre-eclampsia, contact your doctor or midwife right away. …
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Condition Basics What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood against the walls of your arteries. Your doctor will give you a goal for your blood pressure. It's …
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… Normally, one-way valves in your veins keep blood flowing from your legs up toward your … When these valves don't work as they should, blood collects in your legs, and pressure … other signs of skin breakdown. You might need tests if you plan to have treatment or if you …
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… You may have other tests such as a CT angiogram or a magnetic resonance angiogram (MRA) to check your …
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… doctor will ask you questions about your past health. How is DVT treated? Treatment for DVT … How long you take them depends on your health, where the blood clot is, and your risk … try leg exercises that can help blood flow. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise …
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… your first trimester, you'll be weighed and have your blood pressure checked. Your urine … to hear with a special type of stethoscope. Depression screening Your care provider may … and birth defects You can choose whether to have tests for certain conditions, such as …
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… attack (TIA) is an event that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or … such as atrial fibrillation, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Smoking. Drinking too much …
