What should you expect from your first OBGYN visit? If this is your first pregnancy, take a look at what you need to know about your first prenatal doctor's office appointment.
Will Need to See the OB Immediately?
You missed a period and took a pregnancy test. Do you need to see the OB immediately after you get a positive result? While you might want to schedule an appointment ASAP, it's not likely the doctor will need to see you right away.
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- If ten people join a weight loss program, usually not all of them will lose weight. What's the difference between those who do lose weight and those who don't? While there are likely many factors involved, a big one is how ready the participants actually were to stick with the program and drop the pounds. Regardless of the program you join, you really have to be ready and committed to get results.
- Whether you play field or ice hockey, chances are high that you will suffer sports-related injuries. Both types of hockey use similar moves. At times, they can be full-contact sports. They also share some common injuries. If you play hockey in any form, then you must take precautions to minimize those injuries. Here is a sampling of common injuries in both sports and what you should do if you are hurt.
- Do you experience creases on either side of your nose when you smile or laugh? Known as bunny lines, these fine lines and wrinkles can be some of the first to appear on your face as you age. Their appearance may annoy you, making you feel less youthful. For some, wrinkle fillers and creams help ease bunny lines, but there's actually a better, more effective solution: Botox. What is Botox?
- If you're suffering from severe bouts of back pain that prevent you from standing or sitting upright, you may blame it on muscle tension. Although muscle tension can cause back pain, so can bulging intervertebral discs (or disks). Bulging discs can cause pain anywhere in the back region. Learn more about bulging discs and how to treat them below. What Are Bulging Intervertebral Discs? Intervertebral (spinal) discs are jelly-like structures that sit between each vertebra in your spine.