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If you are taking birth control pills you must be aware of all the potential side effects, one of which can be serious for women who smoke. What is so …
Continue ReadingRCHOP Chemotherapy for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
R-CHOP chemotherapy is the standard treatment protocol for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The treatment is conducted in six to eight cycles over a period of …
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If it is your first pregnancy, you may approach the stages of labor and delivery with a mixed bag of feelings including fear, anticipation, and …
Continue ReadingThe Best Air Fresheners for People with Asthma
You have options other than air fresheners made from potentially harmful chemicals. The best air fresheners for people with asthma are often found in …
Continue ReadingThe Negative Effects of Anesthesia in the First Trimester
Any potential of negative effects of anesthesia in the first trimester is good reason to post non-essential surgical procedures in light of the …
Continue ReadingThe Risks of In Vitro Fertilization
It is essential to consider the risks of in vitro fertilization in order to make an informed choice whether this assisted reproductive technology …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Infertility Blood Tests
Infertility blood tests provide valuable clues as to what may be the underlying cause of male or female infertility. These tests are some of the …
Continue ReadingWhat Causes Menstrual Like Cramps After Ovulation?
Some women experience menstrual-like cramps after ovulation. While normal, there are times when this can be a cause for concern and a doctor should be …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Proliferating Adnexal Tumor
A rare malignancy of the skin is the proliferating adnexal tumor which affects hair follicles, sweat glands and oil glands embedded in it. Find out …
Continue ReadingWhat Is an Esophageal Hernia?
Sometimes causing GERD symptoms, an esophageal hernia involves an anatomical abnormality in which the stomach protrudes through the esophageal hiatus. …
Continue ReadingWhat is Chronic Myelocytic Leukemia: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
What is chronic myelocytic leukemia (CML)? CML - also known as chronic myeloid leukemia, chronic myelogenous leukemia or chronic granulocytic leukemia …
Continue ReadingWomens Fertility Issues: Treating Infertility
Diagnosing and treating infertility can be a stressful situation for any woman who wishes to have a child of her own. Knowing about the different …
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