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Anemia During Pregnancy

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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 binding and carrying oxygen to various parts of the body; so, lack of RBC in the blood leads to symptoms like tiredness and fatigue [2] resulting from low oxygen supply. Pregnant women are more at risk of … [Read more...] about Anemia During Pregnancy

7 Subtle Symptoms in the First Week of Pregnancy

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7 Subtle Symptoms in the First Week of Pregnancy It is unlikely for there to be any dramatic physical symptoms of pregnancy during the very first week. However, your body is already undergoing some significant changes during those first crucial seven days, and so it’s possible to detect very subtle changes that indicate pregnancy. Look out for these seven, which are … [Read more...] about 7 Subtle Symptoms in the First Week of Pregnancy

IUI vs. IVF

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If you’ve recently begun to suspect you may have fertility issues, or if you’ve received an infertility diagnosis, you’re probably wondering about your next steps. You have a number of options, but sorting through them can be complicated. The acronyms IUI and IVF almost always come up in conversations about infertility, but what are they? Understanding these common infertility … [Read more...] about IUI vs. IVF

Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (Gestational Hypertension)

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What is pregnancy induced hypertension? High BP in pregnancy is classified into three main categories – chronic high BP, pregnancy induced high BP and preeclampsia [1]. Development of high blood pressure in a woman after the 20th week of pregnancy (mid second or third trimesters) without any sign of protein in the urine (proteinuria) is referred … [Read more...] about Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (Gestational Hypertension)