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…stiffness or swelling in your joints Heavier than normal menstrual periods in women Depression Visibly enlarged thyroid Brittle hair and fingernails Forgetfulness What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism in children?…

…sends messages to your brain about what you see. A healthy retina is necessary for good vision. Diabetic retinopathy can cause blurry vision and progressive vision loss. When it’s found…

…treated. Millions of adults in Canada have urinary incontinence. It’s most common in people older than 50 years of age, especially women. But it can also affect younger people, especially…

…treated in pregnant women, but does not need to be treated in most other women. How do I know if my child has a UTI? In a child, symptoms may…

…women? Breast pain is any level of discomfort or pain in one or both breasts. It’s more common in younger women. SYMPTOMS Pain can occur in one or both breasts….

…or light Low blood count Trouble thinking, and/or memory problems Hair loss (alopecia) Feeling tired all the time Kidney problems Less common symptoms include: Swollen glands Blood clots Pale or…

…Do men have different health risks than women? Yes. Young men tend to engage in riskier behaviors than women, such as not wearing seat belts. They are also more likely…

…pregnant women. It can cause birth defects (such as hearing loss, development disabilities or even death of the fetus). It’s important to prevent cytomegalovirus because there’s no way to treat…

…(neurological) disorder. It causes abnormal brain activity and can lead to seizures, unusual behaviors, and loss of awareness. It can usually be managed with medicine. Women who have epilepsy are…

…makes it less uncomfortable. Your breasts may be less tender at this time. How often should I get a mammogram? In Nova Scotia, women between ages 40-49 are recommended to…