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FAQ032
How long does pregnancy last?
Pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks, which is equal to 9 months. The 9 months of pregnancy are divided into three 3-month periods called trimesters.
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August 2011
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FAQ176
What is diabetes mellitus?
Diabetes mellitus (also called "diabetes") is caused by a problem with insulin. Insulin moves glucose out of the blood and into the body's cells where it can be turned int...
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December 2011
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FAQ038
What can cause bleeding during pregnancy?
Vaginal bleeding or spotting during pregnancy can have many causes. Some are serious and some are not. Bleeding may occur early or late in pregnancy.
Many w...
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August 2011
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FAQ018
What are safety belts?
In most cars, the safety belt is one piece, made with a lap and shoulder belt. This is known as a three-point belt. One belt goes across your lap, and the other goes over your...
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August 2011
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FAQ006
What is cesarean birth?
Cesarean birth is the delivery of a baby through incisions made in the mother's abdomen and uterus.
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May 2011
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FAQ172
What is cord blood?
Cord blood is blood from the baby that is left in the umbilical cord and placenta after birth. It contains cells called hematopoietic (blood-forming) stem cells that can be used t...
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August 2011
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FAQ171
What is cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder. It is caused by an abnormal gene that is passed from parent to child. It is a lifelong illness that affects all of the organs...
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August 2011
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FAQ106
What is depression?
Depression is a common but serious illness. It is more than just feeling sad or upset for a short time or feeling grief after a loss. Depression changes your thoughts, feelings, ...
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June 2012
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FAQ090
What causes miscarriage?
Miscarriage can be caused by a number of things before, during, or after the process of fertilization—in which the male sperm and the female egg join. Most factors that cause...
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August 2011
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FAQ173
What is early preterm birth?
Most pregnancies last about 40 weeks. Babies born between 32 and 37 weeks of pregnancy are considered preterm. Babies born before 32 weeks are called "early preterm."
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August 2011
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