American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs During Pregnancy
Even minor usage of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs during your pregnancy can cause serious risks for the health of your… long-term conditions or even death. The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) supports education on the risks of substance use and abuse during pregnancy. The…
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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when a baby is exposed to drugs in the womb. After birth, the baby goes… painkillers. This includes: heroin methadone oxycodone codeine morphine buprenorphine Babies also can get NAS from other addictive substances, such as: cocaine amphetamines marijuana nicotine alcohol…
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Teenagers: How to Stay Healthy
Developing healthy habits when you’re a teenager will help you as you grow into an adult. Learn tips for staying… includes being bullied online or on your phone. Behavioral health: Taking care of your safety through your behaviors Avoid substance use or abuse. This includes…
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Galactorrhea
Galactorrhea is when one or both breasts make milk or a milky discharge unrelated to milk production in breastfeeding… symptom of galactorrhea. If you have blood in the breast discharge, you should contact your doctor. Other related symptoms may include: An absence of menstrual periods…
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Taking Care of You and Your Baby While You're Pregnant
Prenatal care means taking care of yourself and your baby before he or she is born, including living a healthy… smoke. Smoking raises your risk for miscarriage, preterm birth, low birth weight, and other health problems. Don’t use drugs. Cocaine, heroin, marijuana, and other drugs…
