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Jun 20, 2024 · A shift in testing for and managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) to much earlier in pregnancy (before 14 weeks) can prevent health complications for both the mother and baby, according to a ...
Jul 4, 2024 · Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is one of the most serious complications of pregnancy, affecting approximately 0.1–2% of pregnant women globally and approximately 2.3–6.0% of pregnant women in China (Hofmann and Hagey Citation 2008, 2016). ICP occurs only during pregnancy and resolves independently by the end of pregnancy.
Jun 24, 2024 · Common Complications of Pregnancy: 1. Gestational Diabetes: Gestational diabetes is a condition that arises when blood sugar levels become elevated during pregnancy. This increase in blood sugar ...
Jun 17, 2024 · As a result, pregnancy complications represent a substantial challenge to global maternal and neonatal health, highlighting the importance of early screening and prevention. Although the precise cause of pregnancy complications remains elusive, a growing body of observational studies suggests that micronutrients, especially minerals and vitamins, might play a role in their onset ( 6 – 9 ).
Jul 4, 2024 · Pregnant women need to understand the risks of hepatitis A, B, and C to keep both moms and babies healthy. Engaging in workshops, seminars, and prenatal care classes can empower women with the ...
Jul 5, 2024 · Infected abortions, many the result of elective interruptions of pregnancy, have caused chronic pelvic distress and, in some cases, sterility. Pregnancy - Abnormal Changes, Complications, Risks: An ectopic pregnancy is one in which the conceptus (the products of conception—i.e., the placenta, the membranes, and the embryo) implants or ...
Jul 2, 2024 · A contraceptive implant is a flexible plastic rod about the size of a matchstick that is placed under the skin of the upper arm. The implant releases a low, steady dose of the hormone progestin. Progestin prevents pregnancy by pausing ovulation. And it thickens the mucus of the cervix.