Spotting during Pregnancy
At times spotting may be mistaken for a period, when in fact you may be pregnant and require rest. Read on.
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Detecting Abnormalities: Sonography (ultrasound)
Sonography or ultrasound is a safe, noninvasive method to detect any abnormalities in the unborn baby. It is used to check the baby's development by using sound waves. Any birth defects can be identified by the 16-18th week of gestation.
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Detecting Abnormalities: Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is the test done to detect congenital abnormalities in the unborn child. Sample of maternal fluid in which the baby lies, is taken with the help of a needle . This fluid is then subjected to tests to detect the defect in the unborn child.
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Pregnancy and Pollution
The alarming increase in pollution levels is detrimental to the health. Pollution levels causes more harm in pregnant women as it can cause birth defects in the baby. Read on to know effect of pollution during pregnancy.
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Importance of Pap Test before Pregnancy
Cervical cancer is one of the deadliest cancers affecting women. Detecting cervical cancer in the early stages helps in its complete cure. Screening for cervical cancer is done through a Pap smear test. Pap smear test should also be done before planning conception as it will rule out the presence of cancer. Pap test is one of the important tests for any woman. Read on to know more about Pap test.
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Congenital Diseases
Detection of abnormalities in the unborn child is a must so that abortion can be carried out, before the baby is born with any congenital deformities. Abnormalities in the baby detected by various ways as amniocentesis, alphafeto-protein (AFP) test etc. Decision to abort is taken only after analyzing the results of the tests.
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Congenital Diseases
Screening for congenital diseases during pregnancy will prevent a lot of trouble, afterwards. Chances of having congenital diseaes increases with maternal age. There are some other factors also. Read on to know the risk factors and screening methods.
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What are Degenerative Disorders?
Degenerative disorders appear as a child begins to develop and they grow progressively worse. There is no treatment for such disorders and those affected need lifelong care and support along with medication and therapy.
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