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Physical therapists focus on restoring a person's movement (mobility) and function, and preventing further disability.

With the correct care, most women can enjoy a healthy pregnancy--even with health challenges, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, infectious diseases, or sextually transmitted infections. Read on to learn more.

The third trimester marks the home stretch for your pregnancy. You may feel more uncomfortable now as you continue to gain weight. You also may have false labor contractions (called Braxton-Hicks contractions).

The tissue that lines the uterus is called the endometrium. Normally, if a woman doesn’t get pregnant, this tissue is shed each month during her period. In endometriosis, tissue that looks and acts like endometrial tissue implants outside the uterus.This can cause pain, heavy periods, and infertility.

Infectious mononucleosis causes swollen lymph glands, fever, sore throat, and chronic fatigue.

Cervical cancer develops from abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix that spread deeper or spread to other tissues or organs.

In most cases, sex during pregnancy is safe. In fact, with your healthcare provider's approval, sexual relations can continue until delivery.

The signs of pregnancy vary from woman to woman, but the most obvious sign usually is a missed period.

Certain tests and screenings may be scheduled during your pregnancy. Your healthcare provider will advise you on which tests you'll need.