Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with
the NHS website.
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Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything
from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit.
You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website,
or see this week's feature O: Orthodontics.
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Who Can And Cannot Take WarfarinNHS medicines information on who can take warfarin and who may not be able to take it.Who can take warfarinMost adults and children can take warfarin. Who may not be able to take warfarinWarfarin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you: - have ever had an allergic reaction to warfarin or any other medicine
- are trying to get pregnant or you're already pregnant
- have liver or kidney problems
- have had an infection of the lining of your heart, known as endocarditis
- have a health problem that causes bleeding (such as a stomach ulcer) or makes you bruise easily
- have high blood pressure (hypertension)
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OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature O: Orthodontics. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic. | |
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