American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that causes seizures… seizure. Epilepsy can also increase your risk of injury or other problems. Talk to your doctor about how to handle any relevant concerns, including: Pregnancy complications: Uncontrolled seizures can affect the unborn baby. Epilepsy medicine…
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Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the central nervous system. There is no cure, but there are medicines that… to the spinal cord. This interferes with the ability to tell when labor starts. This is rare. But it may be a concern for some…
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Newborn Screening Tests
Newborn screenings are important to find and treat certain health issues that aren’t always visible at birth… screening is recommended for health issues where early detection and treatment have proven health outcomes. Some screening can cause needless worry or concern. Keep in mind that screening…
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Preterm Labor and Birth
Preterm labor and birth occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy and can lead to problems for the baby… Every patient who is pregnant longs for a dream pregnancy—a 40-week, worry-free time where everything goes as planned. But some women have complications. One common complication…
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What do I need in my first aid kit?
A well-prepared first aid kit is an important tool in treating minor injuries that commonly occur at home and when… First aid is important for a number of situations that don’t require a trip to the hospital or emergency room. These situations include minor…
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When Your Toddler Doesn't Want to Eat
Get creative and clever to help your toddler eat healthy… When it comes to eating habits, toddlers can be hard to predict. Some days they may not eat much. Other days it may seem they’re eating all day long. They may want one food…
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Shin Splints
Shin splints describe a type of pain in your shinbone (tibia). They are often caused by overuse and heal within… What are shin splints? Shin splints describe a type of pain in your shinbone (tibia). The pain is often caused by overuse (running and jumping)…
