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Symptoms, diagnosis and prevention of Preeclampsia, a condition occurring during pregnancy. Related Article Tags: , , Preeclampsia is high blood pressure that is limited to pregnant and recently postpartum women. No one knows the exact cause for preeclampsia and the only 'cure' is delivery of the baby. Hypertension is more commonly known as high blood pressure. About five percent of women who are pregnant will experience gestational hypertension, or pregnancy induced hypertension. Related Article Tags: , , , Pregnancy with high blood pressure requires special care for both the mother and the fetus. Some women can control high blood pressure through diet and exercise, by reducing salt intake and oil, and with medication. Related Article Tags: , , , Pregnancies inherently have risks but especially for women who are over the age of 40. Down syndrome, preeclampsia, high blood pressure, and diabetes, are just a few of the issues facing older pregnant women. Despite these risks, women should enjoy being pregnant and be comforted in the knowledge that studies do find that older mothers provide a more stable, nurturing environment and their children grow to be successful professionals. Related Article Tags: , , , An increase in blood (plasma) volume and a fall in blood pressure are usually observed in normal pregnancy. So when any pregnant woman's blood pressure is above the normal range, it is abnormal. Related Article Tags: , , , Being pregnant and giving birth to a baby is a wonderful experience. But there are certain pregnancy complications involved; which you need to take care. The possible pregnancy complications develop from chronic diseases, sexual transmitted diseases, abnormalities of sperm/ovum, amniotic fluid, and placenta and infections. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , One particular nutrient that should be taken seriously during pregnancy is folic acid. This vitamin from the family of B-vitamins prevents birth defects in a developing baby, aids in cell division and helps in the formation of red blood cells for both mother and baby. Ideally it should be taken 3 months during the pre-conception period to ensure a healthy start and be continued till term. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , The frequency or intensity of headache may increases due to hormonal imbalance. A doctor should be consulted. Many of the drugs might be injurious to take during pregnancy. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
If you're in your late 30s or in your 40s and you're considering getting pregnant, it is statistically shown that you are more financially secure to support a child and give her a stable and nurturing environment. Before you delve into this life-changing decision, you must be aware of all of the risks involved. Related Article Tags: , , , A look at how pregnancy affects arthritis, and how arthritis can affect pregnancy. While pregnant, you are likely to experience a number of aches, bruises and pains. You may also find that your mind is effected with loss of memory and clumsiness. Unfortunately, these are all part and parcel of the pregnancy gig. However, at times, pains can be an indication of other things concerning your health and the health of your unborn baby. Although you may just be experiencing the usual pregnancy pangs, you may be having symptoms of a pre-term labor. Related Article Tags: , , , , Pregnancy is a period that most women wish to experience and cherish but there are certain pregnancy risks that could create complications. If you are planning on getting pregnant it will help if you observed certain precautions that can avert some of the pregnancy complications. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Pregnancy risks are one of the many things; a woman should be concerned about, once she knows that her baby is on the way. Related Article Tags: , , Delayed motherhood is becoming very common as women are getting more career-oriented, but one must know that the risks of a late pregnancy are linked to both the mother and the child. Related Article Tags: , , , Generally this can be observed when the pregnancy is not planned, or when you have been planning for pregnancy and it has been more then three months or so. It so happens that initially you confuse the symptoms of pregnancy with having flu or working women feel they are fatigued, but dear pretty ladies, this is not flu and you being pregnant can be very much true. If you experiencing some of these symptoms then, dear woman you are pregnant! Related Article Tags: , , , , Compulsive overeating is one of the least noticed eating disorders at present but it can also bring about serious health complications. To know more about this malady, please read on. Complications and medical matters of pregnancy explored, exposed and explained. The body's immune system is our first and major line of defense against diseases and invading germs. At one time, doctors believed that the hormones associated with pregnancy were a good protection against depression. In more recent years, however, there has been a growing body of evidence that depression during pregnancy is a serious problem, affecting 10-20 per cent of all women - the same proportion that women as whole suffer without adding pregnancy into the equation. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
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