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Dr. Karen Buhler

Dr. Karen Buhler

MD, CCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
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What are the effects of drug use during pregnancy?

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Marijuana can cause long-term problems for the baby and their general health, and can cause prematurity.

Cocaine and crystal meth, or methamphetamine, also cause serious problems in the pregnancy. They have a high chance of causing a placental abruption, which is where the placenta separates from the uterus and suddenly the blood supply to the baby is lost. This can be quite serious and lead to death of the baby or premature labor.

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Recreational and Narcotic Drug Use During Pregnancy

Dr. John Watterson

Dr. John Watterson

MD, FRCPC
Rheumatologist
Victoria, BC
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How do lupus symptoms help determine the best treatment plan?

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A rheumatologist is most often brought in to help people with lupus disease manage their symptoms. Your treatment plan will depend on which specific systems in your body your lupus is affecting, as well as the scope and severity of your symptoms. The important element of treatment is that it starts as soon as possible, so you should have any symptoms suggestive of lupus assessed by your doctor once you notice them.

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Symptoms of Lupus Disease

Dr. Jan Peter Dank

Dr. Jan Peter Dank

MD
Dermatologist
Bellingham, WA
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What is melanoma skin cancer?

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Melanoma skin cancer starts in the pigment cells in the skin, hence their coloured appearance when they develop. Melanoma skin cancers are less common, and typically more dangerous. If they are caught early, the survival rates can be quite high and this is why it is so important to speak to your doctor if you have noticed an concerning skin changes. 

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Differentiating between Melanoma and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers