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The Mirena IUD is a T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It contains a synthetic form of the hormone progestin. With the IUD in place, a woman does not ovulate, or release eggs from the ovaries into the fallopian tubes and the the uterus.
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The presence of a fever usually indicates that some sort of illness is attacking the body. MayoClinic.com points out that unless the temperature reaches or exceeds 103 degrees Fahrenheit it is not dangerous. When a person has a temperature this high, treatment can be beneficial.
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Hyperglycemia is a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels. When this occurs during pregnancy, but not prior to pregnancy, it is called gestational diabetes. Hyperglycemia that exists before and during pregnancy can cause health risks to the mother and the unborn baby.
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An excess amount of phlegm or mucus in a baby's throat can lead to choking, gagging, coughing and frequent swallowing. Mucus in the throat is a common side effect of various infections including the common cold or flu. If phlegm is persistent or blocks an infant's airway consult a health care professional immediately.
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According to the Mayo Clinic, internal hemorrhoids are swollen and inflamed veins in the anus and lower rectum. They are often caused by straining during a bowel movement, frequent diarrhea and pregnancy. Hemorrhoids can be extremely uncomfortable. Symptoms include itching, burning, pain and bleeding.
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About a day before a colonoscopy, you will have to drink a very unappealing solution commonly called colon prep. The solution works by evacuating everything from the small intestine to the lower large intestine, called the colon, the National Digestive Disease Information Clearinghouse says.
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The Mayo Clinic describes a cold sore, or fever blister, as a small, painful, fluid-filled blister appearing around the mouth. In some cases, cold sores can appear in the nostrils, chin, fingers or inside the mouth. Cold sores usually last seven to 10 days.
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After contracting the virus that causes chicken pox, an individual can later develop herpes zoster, also known as shingles. The American Academy of Dermatology explains that after chicken pox, the virus remains inactive in the body. Later, it can reactivate, for no known reason, and cause new symptoms.
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Sinus congestion occurs when a toddler has a respiratory illness or allergies. Congestion results in sinus pressure in the face and head that is painful for the toddler and a stuffy nose sensation that makes breathing difficult.
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A pregnant woman is not any more or less immune than another person when it comes to catching a cold or the flu. The University of Michigan Health System explains that a woman's immune system is different during pregnancy leading her to have longer-lasting symptoms with a cold or the flu.
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Cold sores are red bumps that eventually become open wounds on the outer lip area and sometimes the cheek or inside the nose. The American Academy of Dermatology says that the herpes simplex virus type one is the most likely cause of cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters.
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Children require adequate sleep each day to function properly. A 4-year-old who appears to be tired all day may be suffering from too little sleep. When specific symptoms are present, the fatigue could be due to an illness.
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A sore throat and a cough are symptoms that occur in a number of illnesses, including the common cold and the flu. When applicable, medications may be used to treat the illness, such as antibiotics for a bacterial infection.
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Adderall is the brand name for a prescription drug consisting of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. The medication stimulates the central nervous system to change the way the chemicals and nerves in the brain function with regard to hyperactivity and impulse control, as indicated by Drugs.com.
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Novocain can be used for dental treatments such as filling cavities or as a spinal anesthetic. It is injected into the spine or the jaw to block the transmission of nerve sensation to the brain. This prevents the patient from realizing pain. Drugs.
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Urinary tract infections, commonly called UTIs, occur when bacteria infect one or several parts of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Kids Health explains that UTIs are common in young children but can occur in older children, too, including 13-year-old boys.
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Jock itch is the common name for tinea cruris, a fungal infection of the skin of the inner thighs, buttocks and genitals, according to MayoClinic.com. This infection is most likely to occur in people who have moisture on the thighs, such as that caused by sweating.
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Nasal congestion is a common ailment that impacts toddlers. Although it is not a serious health concern, it can be quite annoying for the toddler and parents. Congestion occurs when the nasal passages become inflamed and swell. The result is a sensation of stuffiness or full sinuses.
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A postpartum woman should always discuss abdominal pain after delivery with a health-care provider. In most cases, the pain is a normal after-effect of the birth and the uterus' attempt to shrink back to its original size.
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Cold sores generally appear on the outside of the mouth but they can also appear in the soft tissues of the mouth. They are caused by the herpes simplex virus. Hydrogen peroxide is just one type of home remedy that may be used to improve the symptoms associated with the cold sore.
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