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If you arebreastfeeding(lactating), it’s possible for you to safely have amammogram. Also, breastfeeding or pumping as much as possible before your mammogram can make the experience more comfortable. Mammogram results in someone who is breastfeeding are more complex to interpret. andresr / Getty Images andresr / Getty Images Does Breastfeeding Affect Screening Outcome? Breastfeeding can affect your mammogram results. Sometimes the normal changes in breastfeeding breasts can appear aslumps, which can be a sign of breast cancer....

This thin, telescope-like instrument is inserted into the uterus through the vagina and cervix. Hysteroscopy is a minor procedure that is performed either in your healthcare providers office or in a hospital setting. It can be performed with local, regional, or general anesthesiasometimes no anesthesia is needed. Verywell / Bailey Mariner The risks of these procedures are low for most people. Uses Hysteroscopy may be either diagnostic or operative. A hysteroscopy and laparoscopy may be used together to diagnose and treat conditions associated with infertility....

To prevent acne breakouts, you oughta pay attention to your skin’s needs. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. It helps to track things that trigger acne the most for you. NickyLloyd / Getty Images If those don’t work, a healthcare provider can help you determine if medication is needed. NickyLloyd / Getty Images 1. it’s possible for you to also wash after exercise. Keep in mind that washing clean does not mean scrubbing your skin hard....

Cholerais a bacterial infection that’s triggered by a microbe that thrives in water. People who become seriously ill with cholera may become dehydrated very quickly due to acute watery diarrhea and vomiting. Many times,cholera symptomsdo not develop at all. Verywell / Emily Roberts Only about one in 10 people with cholera develop symptoms though they are usually mild. In most cases, the illness resolves on its own. Therapid loss of fluidsas much as 20 liters per daycan quickly lead to severe dehydration....

People with osteopenia should work bone health into their diet and lifestyle routines. Diet Your bones need calcium and other nutrients to maintain their strength. Exercise Weight-bearing exercises and resistance exercises stimulate your bones to become stronger. Pascal Le Segretain / Staff / Getty Images There’s evidence that activity in your early years has protective effects later. Vitamin D Your body needs healthy levels ofvitamin Dtoproperly absorb calcium. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says....

An ingrown eyelash (trichiasis) is a common eye problem that causes eyelashes to grow abnormally. Instead of growing out, ingrown eyelashes grow inward toward the eye. If an ingrown eyelash is not treated, it can even damage your eye. Verywell / Cindy Chung Constant irritation can lead to corneal abrasion. If the condition is untreated or chronic, inflammation and vision loss can happen. A persons eye looks healthy, but the eyelashes just seem to grow inward instead of outward....

Clostridioides difficileinfection, often referred to asC. diff, is a bacterial infection in the digestive system. C. diffinfections usually are transmitted through healthcare prefs such as in hospitals and nursing facilities.C. Catherine McQueen / Getty Images diffinfections are often linked to the recent use of antibiotics. diffinfection is common, with around 10% to 20% of people experiencing a repeat infection. Learn about the most common reasons for recurrence and how to manage aC....

Different treatments can help improve nasal congestion that can lead to mouth breathing. Making adjustments to the CPAP machine itself can also help. Mouth Breathing on CPAP Mouth breathingis a common problem among CPAP users. Brandon Peters, M.D. Most importantly, it may reduce or eliminate the effectiveness of your treatment. Conditions like these can cause tissues known asturbinatesto swell and obstruct the normal airflow. It’s important to check that you could breathe through your nose without a sense of obstruction or restriction....

Hot showers may feel good, but they can also leave your body feeling dry and itchy. Read on to learn how to preventdry skinafter showering. you might also help prevent itching by following a few basic principles. blackdovfx / Getty Images The skin barrier is the outermost layer of tissue on your body, called thestratum corneum. When it’s intact, it forms a watertight seal that protects you from damage from irritants and infection....

There are also some lifestyle changes you’re free to make overall to lower your chances of fainting. First, lie down if possible. If you cannot lie down, sit with your head between your knees. PixelsEffect / Getty Images Ask for some water. How to Avoid Specific Triggers Different types of fainting have different triggers. Your healthcare provider can help you determine thecause of your faintingand any specific triggers. Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine, which can be dehydrating....

The cardiac diet is an eating plan that can help reduce the risk ofheart disease. It emphasizes whole foods likevegetables,whole grains, andfishand limits unhealthy foods high insaltandsugar. Heart disease is theleading cause of deathworldwide and is responsible for 1 out of every 3 deaths. eclipse_images / Getty Images Lifestyle changes such as healthy eating can help lower the risk of heart disease. This article discusses the cardiac diet,foods to eatand avoid, and other lifestyle changes for heart health....

Smoking is a leading contributor to severe vision loss from AMD. It speeds the progression of the disease by as much as five-fold compared to non-smokers. Smoking also makes treatments less effective by increasing the level ofoxidantsin the bloodstream and eyes. J_art / Getty Images Smoking cessationis arguably the number one modifiable risk factor for people with AMD. Studies have shown that the use ofbeta-blockers,angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. This effect seems stronger when antihypertensive drugs are used in combination rather than on their own....

If you are prone tomigraines, prevention can go a long way toward improving your quality of life. Given how debilitating they can be, preventing migraines is the goal of anyone who experiences them. Keep in mind that not every lifestyle factor affects every person the same way. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Get Enough Sleep Sleep deprivationis among the most common causes of migraine headaches. A handful of adjustments can be made to your sleep environment to address things that may disrupt your sleep....