When you picture getting pregnant, you might think of that time as a period when you should gain weight with abandon (after all, that’s how a lot of TV shows and movies position pregnancy). But weight gain during pregnancy is actually pretty complicated—and can be even more complex if you were medically considered overweight or…
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What is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is extremely poisonous and can kill within minutes. In the US each year, nearly 500 die while as many as 20,000 visit emergency rooms for exposure primarily from poorly-maintained heating systems or gas stoves and gas-powered generators used for heat or power during…
Do you know how to wipe your butt? It’s a surprising question, we know, but doing it the wrong way has health implications. Failure to wipe correctly could leave you vulnerable to a urinary tract infection or aggravate any existing rectal issues, like hemorrhoids or anal fissures. That’s why we turned to a gynecologist (who…
Lyme disease is a serious condition caused by spirochetal bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato following a deer tick bite that requires treatment. The following provides key points regarding diagnosis, treatment, prophylaxis and tick removal. DIAGNOSING LYME DISEASE: Early features (3 to 30 days after tick bite) to watch for include: Erythema migrans 70 to 80%…
If you’ve recently had unprotected sex and are looking for emergency contraception your main options are: Plan B Ella Copper IUD Yuzpe regimen Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of each type and how to choose the best emergency contraception for you. — Read on www.insider.com/types-of-emergency-contraception-how-to-choose
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