What is Endometritis? Endometritis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the endometrium (inner uterine lining) [1]. In severe cases, it may also involve the myometrium (middle uterine lining) and parametrium (fibrous tissue adjacent to the uterus). Inflammations of the endometrium and myometrium are sometimes specified as endomyometritis. Endometritis … [Read more...] about Endometritis
Abdominal Pain or Cramps during Pregnancy
Is it normal to have abdominal pain or cramps during pregnancy? Having occasional mild to moderate abdominal pain is normal throughout pregnancy [1]. The pain is often more severe in women carrying twins than in single pregnancies. Severe pain with or without certain other symptoms may indicate a number of serious complications [2]. Are abdominal pain and … [Read more...] about Abdominal Pain or Cramps during Pregnancy
What Are the Early Signs of Twins in the First Trimester?
Congratulations – it’s twins! These are the words you may hear when your obstetrician identifies not one, but two babies growing. However, many moms experience early signs of twins in the first trimester, sometimes before a doctor may even “deliver” the news that twins are on the way. First, it’s important to understand how twins are conceived and how they grow. … [Read more...] about What Are the Early Signs of Twins in the First Trimester?
When Can Babies Drink Water
Water plays an important role in the human body, helping in distributing minerals, glucose, vitamins as well as other important nutrients to the cells. However, the proportion of water a baby needs is different from that of adults. Since the time of their birth babies are given water in accordance to their requirement in limited amounts, that increases as they grow in … [Read more...] about When Can Babies Drink Water
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 diastolic blood pressure should be lower than 80 mmHg [1]. Ideally, the BP range should remain within these limits throughout the pregnancy. Having a BP reading over 140/90 mmHg is considered high blood pressure in a … [Read more...] about High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy