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You asked, we answered: Is bleeding after sex normal?
Bleeding or spotting after sex is not necessarily normal but can occur for a variety of reasons.
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Teammate to lifesaver: How a Facebook post inspired a living kidney donation
Chrissy Zbylut never expected that a high school softball teammate would one day save her life.
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You asked, we answered: Can red light therapy relieve gut issues?
Question: Does red light therapy help with gut issues? Answered by Nebraska Medicine nutrition therapist Morgan Brummels, MMN, RDN, LMNT, LD.
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What is HELLP syndrome in pregnancy?
HELLP syndrome is a life-threatening, but treatable, form of preeclampsia that can occur in late pregnancy. Preeclampsia-related conditions like it cause 15-20% of pregnancy-associated deaths in the United States.
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You asked, we answered: How often should you poop?
Question: How often should you poop?
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Why are more young people getting colon cancer?
Doctors across the country are seeing more patients in their 30s and 40s – and even some in their 20s – diagnosed with colon cancer.
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Can you do too many Kegels? What to know about hypertonic pelvic floor
While talking to a doctor about pelvic floor issues may seem embarrassing, overdoing Kegels probably isn’t the answer. You don’t have to put up with pelvic floor dysfunction no matter your age or gender.
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What is kangaroo care and how does it help NICU babies?
Kangaroo care is the practice of holding your baby skin-to-skin against your bare chest. This quiet, connected time mimics the warmth and safety of the womb, and offers significant benefits for you and your baby.
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Vaginal tears: Why they happen and how to prevent them
Generally, vaginal skin is elastic and resistant to tearing. However, during childbirth or sexual activity, there is a chance your vagina can tear.
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New birth suite coming to Nebraska Medical Center this fall
Expectant families will soon have a new option for welcoming their babies at Nebraska Medical Center. A new birthing suite is set to open this fall, offering a home-like environment within the hospital setting.
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