Sex Life During Pregnancy

Description Early in pregnancy (less than 12 weeks), the changes in libido are diverse. Because of individual differences, sexual desire may...

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Pregnancy Over-the-counter Tests

Description The following is a discussion of the general signs and symptoms of pregnancy, and of the current methods of diagnosis using inex...

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Pregnancy and Working

Provided a woman does not experience fatigue or exhaustion, working during pregnancy is acceptable. However, work that requires a lot of str...

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Pregnancy and Travel

Description # Women should refrain from traveling or taking long trips during the latter half of a pregnancy. If it cannot be avoided, plane...

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Pregnancy and Medication

Description There have been instances of women, fearful of fetal deformities, who sought curettage or abortion because they took cold medici...

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Pregnancy and Disease

Description The following is a discussion of the primary diseases and conditions associated with pregnancy. (It is not intended to be defini...

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Physical Changes during pregnancy

Description # The following discussion addresses some of the changes and issues experienced by expecting mother during early pregnancy (1st ...

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Obstetrical Case History Management

Description In order for the physician to insure the health and safety of mother and fetus, a comprehensive history of the mother's past...

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Managing Chronic Diseases During Pregnancy

Description Clinicians should monitor diseases that can get worse with pregnancy (examples: systemic lupus erythematosus, asthma, sickle cel...

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