Preg Med

Conditions and complications

Conditions that are diagnosed rather than simply felt — how they are identified, what they mean for a pregnancy, and how they are usually managed.

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  • Amniotic Band Syndrome

    What Is Amniotic Band Syndrome? Amniotic band syndrome or ABS occurs due to a pregnancy complication in which the fetus gets entangled with string-like…

  • Amniotic Fluid

    What is Amniotic Fluid? Amniotic fluid (liquor amnii) is the clear or slightly yellowish liquid surrounding the fetus in the uterus.

  • Amniotic Sac

    What is the amniotic sac Amniotic sac, or the bag of water, is the membrane around the amniotic cavity, containing the colorless or straw-colored fluid (…

  • Anemia During Pregnancy

    Anemia is a condition characterized by reduced red blood cell (RBC) levels in blood [1] . The hemoglobin (a protein) in red blood cells are responsible for…

  • Anencephaly

    What is anencephaly? Anencephaly is a form of neural tube defect (NTD) that hampers the normal brain and skull development [1] .

  • Anterior Placenta

    What is an anterior placenta? The Placenta is the flattish, disk-like organ responsible for delivering to your baby oxygen and all the essential nutrients…

  • Breech Baby

    What is the normal position of a baby in the womb Your baby continues to rotate and turn in the womb throughout the first and second trimesters.

  • Can You Still Have Your Period and Be Pregnant?

    Can You Still Have Your Period and Be Pregnant? Pregnancy brings about a multitude of changes to your body.

  • Chorioamnionitis

    Chorioamnionitis Definition Chorioamnionitis, also referred to as amnionitis and intra-amniotic infection, is an infectious condition occurring during…

  • Dehydration During Pregnancy

    What is dehydration? Dehydration is an insufficient amount of water in the body. Either insufficient drinking or excessive water loss from the body can lead…

  • Ectopic Pregnancy

    What is an ectopic pregnancy In a normal pregnancy, a fertilized egg travels down the fallopian tube to implant itself in the uterus for further growth and…

  • Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis

    Can an ectopic pregnancy be detected on a home pregnancy test If you have an ectopic pregnancy, a home pregnancy test will give a positive result as it can…

  • Ectopic Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms

    What does an ectopic pregnancy feel like Early signs of ectopic pregnancy The initial signs of an ectopic pregnancy are similar to those seen in a normal…

  • Ectopic Pregnancy Treatment

    Can an ectopic pregnancy be saved An ectopic pregnancy cannot continue as a normal one because it is not possible for the extra-uterine tissues to provide…

  • Edema in Pregnancy: Should You Be Concerned?

    Edema is another word for fluid retention. You most often see edema expressed as swelling in the legs and ankles, although you might also notice puffiness in…

  • Endometritis

    What is Endometritis? Endometritis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the endometrium (inner uterine lining) [1] .

  • Fainting During Pregnancy: When Should You Be Concerned?

    Fainting During Pregnancy: When Should You Be Concerned? So many changes happen to your body when you’re pregnant.

  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)

    What is fetal alcohol syndrome? Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) are a group of potentially disabling congenital conditions that occur due to alcohol…

  • Gestational Diabetes

    What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is diagnosed in a pregnant woman with no history of any kind of diabetes in her life.

  • Gestational Diabetes Diet

    A proper diet goes a long way in lowering blood glucose levels for managing any type of diabetes.

  • HELLP Syndrome

    What is HELLP Syndrome? HELLP syndrome is a life threatening variant of preeclampsia , characterized by a group of serious symptoms and complications that…

  • High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

    What is considered high blood pressure during pregnancy? In a healthy individual, the systolic blood pressure should ideally range below 120 mmHg while the…

  • How to Detect Common Symptoms of a Blighted Ovum

    How to Detect Common Symptoms of a Blighted Ovum A blighted ovum (sometimes called an anembryonic pregnancy) develops when an egg is fertilized but doesn’t…

  • Hydrops Fetalis

    Hydrops Fetalis Definition Hydrops fetalis (also referred to as fetal hydrops or simply hydrops) is a serious complication characterized by severe edema…

  • IBS Symptoms During Pregnancy

    IBS Symptoms During Pregnancy: What Can You Expect? As if your body isn’t changing enough, some women have to deal with another problem during pregnancy –…

  • Incompetent Cervix (Cervical Incompetence)

    What is cervical incompetence or incompetent cervix As your pregnancy advances, the baby grows and puts pressure on the cervix.

  • Low Blood Pressure during Pregnancy

    It is quite common to have low blood pressure while pregnant due to the numerous body changes occurring at this period.

  • Migraines During Pregnancy

    Migraines During Pregnancy If you had migraine headaches before becoming pregnant, you might experience more of these sometimes disabling headaches during…

  • Oligohydramnios

    Oligohydramnios Definition Oligohydramnios is an abnormal condition occurring during pregnancy resulting from lack of amniotic fluid (fluid surrounding the…

  • Placenta Previa (Low-Lying Placenta)

    What is placenta previa (low-lying placenta) Placenta, the flattish organ that develops during pregnancy to supply the baby with oxygen and nutrients as well…

  • Placental Abruption

    Placental Abruption Definition Placental abruption, or abruptio placentae, is a pregnancy complication in which the placenta peels away from the lining of…

  • Polyhydramnios

    Polyhydramnios Definition Polyhydramnios is an abnormal condition occurring in pregnancy, characterized by excessive amniotic fluid build-up (the fluid…

  • Preeclampsia

    What is preeclampsia? Preeclampsia (PE) is a serious condition characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine (proteinuria), developing…

  • Pregnancy and Flu (Influenza)

    What is the flu? Flu or influenza is a contagious viral infection caused by certain RNA viruses belonging to the Orthomyxoviridae family (influenzavirus A, B…

  • Pregnancy Hot Flashes

    Pregnancy Hot Flashes You probably think hot flashes are the domain of women going through menopause – not ladies who are carrying a baby.

  • Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (Gestational Hypertension)

    What is pregnancy induced hypertension? High BP in pregnancy is classified into three main categories – chronic high BP, pregnancy induced high BP and…

  • Signs of Early Miscarriage Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know

    Signs of Early Miscarriage Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know You probably don’t like to think about miscarriage but it’s important to know what the signs…

  • Six Ways to Treat Round Ligament Pain

    Six Ways to Treat Round Ligament Pain Round ligament pain is a perfectly normal problem to encounter in the second trimester of pregnancy.

  • Skin Rashes During Pregnancy: What Are the Most Common Causes?

    Skin Rashes During Pregnancy: What Are the Most Common Causes? Some women enjoy the way pregnancy makes them look.

  • Spotting and Bleeding during Pregnancy

    Is it normal to bleed during pregnancy? Bleeding or spotting is quite common during pregnancy, occurring in 1 out of every 10 women during the first…

  • Surgery During Pregnancy

    Your doctor recommends surgery. The only problem is you’re also pregnant! While surgery during pregnancy isn’t ideal, around 75,000 women who are pregnant…

  • Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome

    What is Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome? Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome or TTTS, a rare condition affecting identical twins, causes the two fetuses to…

  • UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) during Pregnancy

    What is a UTI? Urinary tract infection or UTI is a bacterial, non-contagious infection involving the urinary tract.

  • Velamentous Cord Insertion

    What is velamentous cord insertion (VCI) The fetal blood vessels usually travel via the placenta and then reach the baby through the umbilical cord.

  • Water Retention During Pregnancy: What Causes It and What Can You Do About It?

    Water Retention During Pregnancy: What Causes It and What Can You Do About It? No doubt about it – your body changes when you’re pregnant.

  • What Does a Miscarriage Feel Like?

    Defined as the non-medical, spontaneous termination of a pregnancy before 20 weeks gestation, miscarriages represent approximately 50% of all lost…

  • What You Should Know about Sciatica During Pregnancy

    What You Should Know about Sciatica During Pregnancy No doubt about it – pregnancy changes your body and brings with it fresh challenges.

  • When Your Baby Arrives with a Cleft Lip and Palate

    When a baby’s lip and palate do not properly form before birth, this condition is known as cleft lip and palate .

  • Yeast Infection during Pregnancy

    What is a yeast infection? Yeast infection, also referred to as vaginal candidiasis or vaginal thrush, is an irritating, fungal condition that occurs when…