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Types of Allergens Many different types of allergens can trigger an allergic reaction, requiring clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. Animals Dust Mites Foods Egg

Allergens: Dust and Dust Mites What are dust allergens? Dust allergens are substances found in dust. They may include: Fabric fibers Lint Feathers Stuffing materials Animal protein (dander, saliva, urine, and body oils) Bacteria Mold and fungus spores Food particles Plants

Sex During Pregnancy In most cases, sex during pregnancy is safe. In fact, with your healthcare provider's OK, you can have sex until delivery. But changing hormone levels and sone pregnancy symptoms, like nausea and tiredness, can reduce your sex drive. So can visible changes in

Exercise: Before Starting an Exercise Program Talk with your provider It’s always important to talk with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. This is especially true if you currently have, or have had, any of the following: Diabetes Chest pain or pain in

Anatomy of the Prostate Gland Facts about the prostate gland The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut. It's located just below the bladder, and it surrounds the urethra. This is a tube that carries urine and semen out of the body. The prostate is partly muscular and

Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area Endometrium. The lining of the uterus. Uterus. Also called the womb, the uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ located in a person's lower abdomen, between the bladder and the rectum. Ovaries. Two female reproductive organs located in the pelvis

Anatomy of the Breasts Each breast has 15 to 20 sections, called lobes. They are arranged like the petals of a daisy. Each lobe has many smaller structures called lobules. These end in dozens of tiny bulbs that can make milk. The lobes, lobules, and bulbs are all linked by thin

Mold What is mold? Mold is a member of the fungus family. It's rarely killed by heat or cold exposure. Mold stays inactive (dormant) until a certain season, such as spring or fall, or when favorable environmental conditions appear. Then it grows and thrives. Where does mold grow

Calculating a Due Date A typical pregnancy lasts, on average, 280 days, or 40 weeks—starting with the first day of the last normal menstrual period as day 1. An estimated due date can be calculated by following steps 1 through 3: First, determine the first day of your last

Hormones During Pregnancy What is the role of hormones during pregnancy? Many hormone levels are affected in the body during pregnancy. Several hormones play major roles during pregnancy. These are: Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG). This hormone is made only during