Pregnancy
Pregnancy , Round Ligament Pain Overview Abdominal pain during
pregnancy is common. Most often it is a result of round ligament pain . Round ligament pain is due to normal changes that take place as your body is transformed by
pregnancy .
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Adolescent pregnancy
Adolescent
Pregnancy (Teenage
Pregnancy ) Breast Infection Chlamydia Infection in Females Complex Partial Seizure Fast Heart beat ( Rapid Heartbeat ) Female Infertility Gonorrhea in Females Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome ... - Adolescent
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Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic
Pregnancy Overview An ectopic
pregnancy is a
pregnancy that develops outside a woman's uterus (womb). This happens when the fertilized egg from the ovary does not implant itself normally in the uterus . Ectopic
pregnancy Definition In an ectopic
pregnancy , the fertilized e...
Molar pregnancy
Hydatid mole ; Molar
pregnancy Prevention : Adequate nutrition may reduce the risk. Receive our free newsletter or manage your subscriptions ... Detect and monitor the treatment of a molar
pregnancy . Determine whether chromosome abnormalities, such as Down syndrome , are present...
Tubal pregnancy
Tubal
pregnancy : A
pregnancy that is not in the usual place within the uterus but is located in the Fallopian tube . Tubal pregnancies are due to the inability of the fertilized egg to make its way through the Fallopian tube into the uterus . Tubal
pregnancy ; Cervical
pregnancy ...
Unintended Pregnancy
John’s Wort, and other drugs that speed the body’s breakdown and use of contraceptive hormone s, which could result in unintended
pregnancy or breakthrough bleeding . Taking the nonactive ( placebo ) pills doesn't put you at higher risk of unintended
pregnancy . If you're taking...
Abdominal aortic aneurysm
... with Alzheimer 's Disease ... Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Abdominal
pregnancy ( Ectopic
pregnancy ) Abducens Palsy ( Cranial Mononeuropathy VI) Abetalipoproteinemia (Bass...
Abortion
... each year. More than 40% of all women will end a
pregnancy by abortion at some time in their reproductive ...o abort a fetus , typically in a multi - fetal
pregnancy , ... Abortion - complete Definition: A compl...tion , spontaneous: A miscarriage , that is, any
pregnancy that is not viable (the fetus cannot survive) o...
Abuse
... when violence will escalate. , , ... The abuse r sees his partner's
pregnancy as a threat; he believes she will care more about the baby than about him....the prevention of HIV infection , violence , substance abuse , teen
pregnancy , cardiovascular disease , and cancer . Service activities range from a r...
Abstinence
... Abstinence is the most effective at preventing
pregnancy (word has it that it failed once about 2000 years...sexual intercourse ) can protect against unwanted
pregnancy with 100% reliability. The failure rates, which means the rates of
pregnancy , for most forms of birth control are quite low....
Accidents
...ents Falls , drowning s, and other accidents Suicide and homicide increased risk for homicide Risky sex behavior s, unplanned or unwanted
pregnancy , and sexually transmitted disease s (STDs) ... Fears related to accidents or acts of violence - A person with OCD may have obsessive thou...
Acid
...fida when taken before conception and in early
pregnancy . This article profiles the supplement. fatty ...tesis ... Low intake of folic acid during
pregnancy can also contribute to neural tube defects such a...specially in the first trimester, [and prior to
pregnancy , if possible]," says Lynn Moss, MS, RD, nutritio...
Acute pancreatitis
...ho catch mumps after puberty . acute pancreatitis cancer of the pancreas , ovaries, or lungs cholecystitis ectopic or ruptured tubal
pregnancy gallbladder attack resulting from disease infection of the salivary gland s ( mumps or an obstruction) intestinal obstruction macroamylasem...
Acute tubular necrosis
...ecrosis Dehydration Diabetic nephropathy Eclampsia (a condition of
pregnancy that includes seizures ) Glomerulonephritis Muscular dystrophy Pre-eclampsia (
pregnancy -induced hypertension ) Pyelonephritis ... Acute Tubular Necrosis ...
Acute unilateral obstructive uropathy
...thy Vesicoureteric reflux (backflow of urine from bladder to kidney ) Nephrolithiasis ( kidney stones ) Idiopathic hydronephrosis of
pregnancy ... Recurrence of stones Urinary tract infection Obstruction of the ureter , acute unilateral obstructive uropathy Kidney damage, scarring...
Adenoma
...hey sometimes grow quickly in teenagers or during
pregnancy . FIBRO ADENOMA While the cause is not known, ...enoma tous hyperplasia and the client desires a
pregnancy , consultation or referral to a physician may be...vel, and resulted in a normal ovulatory cycle and
pregnancy , ... For example, familial adenoma tous poly...
Adenocarcinoma
...and release fluids such as mucus. clear cell adenocarcinoma of the vagina and cervix infertility premature labor and other problems in
pregnancy ... Gallbladder adenocarcinoma is highly invasive and can quickly penetrate deep into the gallbladder wall, moving through layers of tiss...
Adolescent depression
...our healthcare professional. Adjustment Disorder Adolescent Depression Adolescent Dysmenorrhea ( Dysmenorrhea in the Adolescent) Adolescent
pregnancy ADPKD ( Polycystic Kidney Disease ) ... The evidence of continuity of childhood and adolescent depression and of familial transmission of this...
Adolescents
...e Question 1). Death among children and adolescents Sociologists feel that the increase of gangs, teenage homicide, teenage suicide , teenage
pregnancy , school drop-out and other problems are a reflection of the rapidly changing social climate, ... Adolescents who are faced with acute or ch...
Afterbirth
... placenta , which is attached to the fetus by the umbilical cord and must be delivered after the baby. AIDS ... Abortion is the removal of
pregnancy tissue , products of conception or the fetus and placenta ( afterbirth ) from the uterus . Placenta l stage of labor : The part of labo...
Aerobic
...running, I joined a low-impact step aerobic s class that met four nights a week,"' says Shain. "I attended the class regularly through the end of my
pregnancy , modifying the steps that were difficult for me. The exercise must be aerobic in nature: running, swimming, aerobic s or an exercise bicycl...
Aging skin
...s) across. Aging skin Allergy caused by food or drugs ( antibiotics ) Superficial skin infection s such as folliculitis and impetigo
pregnancy Hepatitis Iron deficiency anemia Parasites such as pinworm Pityriasis rosea Psoriasis Seborrheic dermatitis ... The anti ag...
AIDS
...you ingested black licorice, lead , Pepto-Bismol, or blueberries? Have you had any abdominal trauma or swallowed a foreign object accidentally?
pregnancy Diabetes mellitus , AIDS , herpes simplex Sugar intake Tight clothing Allergic reaction Prescribed drugs, e.g. antibiotics , corticoster...
Albumin
... Serum ammonia levels are usually high. Prothrombin time may be prolonged and not correctable with Vitamin K . Preeclampsia : A condition in
pregnancy characterized by abrupt hypertension (a sharp rise in blood pressure ), albumin uria (leakage of large amounts of the protein albumin into th...
Alcohol use
...lems During a physical exam, the health professional will check you for signs of alcohol use . The health professional will: ... Alcohol use in
pregnancy has significant effects on the fetus and the baby. Dependence and addiction to alcohol in the mother also cause the fetus to become addicted....
Allergies
... to antacids are extremely rare, however the inactive ingredients in some formulations may include dyes or other products with allergic potential.
pregnancy ... Allergies can be of either a perennial (year-round) or seasonal nature. The most common seasonal allergy is seasonal allergic rhinitis ,...
Aloe
...s . - The following herbs help expel worms : cascara sagrada, wormwood, echinacea, goldenseal, burdock, and black walnut. Do not use wormwood during
pregnancy . Apply an aloe vera lotion several times a day. Leave blister s intact to speed healing and avoid infection . Aloe gel is a common house...
Alpha fetoprotein
...uding a check of the level of alpha fetoprotein (AFP). AFP is a protein made by the baby. The AFP test is done between the 15th and 18th weeks of
pregnancy . AFP ( Alpha fetoprotein ) A tumor marker. Alopecia The loss of hair , which may include all body hair as well as scalp hair . Analgesic A...
Amebiasis
...festations ( bovine , dog, fish, porcine), ...
pregnancy Complications , Parasitic - Parasitic disease s occurring during the course of
pregnancy , or
pregnancy during the course of a parasitic disease . Some ...
Amniocentesis
... fetal defects in the early second trimester of
pregnancy . An amniocentesis is a procedure used to obt...ch as spina bifida . Amniocentesis in early
pregnancy is not done as a general screening test for birt...edure, which can be done safely after 15 weeks of
pregnancy , your doctor uses a fine needle to remove a small...
Amino acids
... milk is low in lactose , but should only be used in children if properly fortified with essential amino acids and vitamins . happened during
pregnancy , especially toxoplasmosis , cytomegalovirus , syphilis , rubella , or herpes simplex . In infants and young children, cataracts also can be ...
Amenorrhea
...( Amenorrhea - Primary ) Acanthamoeba Keratitis ( Corneal Ulcer s and Infections ) Acanthocytosis (Bassen-Kornzweig Syndrome ) ... Although,
pregnancy is the most common cause of absence of period or menstruation ( amenorrhea ), many times, the women will also assure me that they are definitely no...
Amniotic fluid
... Amniotic fluid is an important part of
pregnancy and fetal development . This watery fluid is ins... sac ) and fluid surrounds the fetus throughout
pregnancy . Amniotic fluid Definition: Amniotic fluid ...d that surrounds the unborn baby ( fetus ) during
pregnancy . Itis contained in the amniotic sac . Read ar...
Amnion
...in-walled sac of fluid in which a developing fetus is suspended during
pregnancy . In obstetrics , the caul is the amnion , one of the two fetal mem...organ ism causing an infection . HYDRAMNIOS - An abnormal condition of
pregnancy characterized by an excess of amnion ic fluid. [ Med Help International ]...
Anatomy
... . Anatomy and development of the mouth and teeth : Children's teeth begin developing in the fetus . Good nutrition from the mother during
pregnancy is important in the development of the teeth . - Anatomy of a Normal Placenta - Antibodies - Ascites with Ovarian Cancer , CT Scan - Blee...
Anencephaly
...in which the brain is incomplete or missing), and many rare, ... If there is not enough folic acid in the system during the first six weeks of
pregnancy , spina bifida and anencephaly can result. But most women do not know they are pregnant until several weeks after conception has occurred. ...
Antepartum
... Antepartum testing consists of a variety of tests performed late in
pregnancy to verify fetal well-being, as judged by the baby's heart rate and oth...performance of antepartum ultrasound examinations (1,2,3,4). During
pregnancy , fetal monitoring can be used as a part of antepartum testing. Exte...
Anthrax
...strial disease resulting from exposure to contaminated animal hides and hairs. Fibrosis Screening (December 12) ACOG Addresses Air Travel During
pregnancy (December 12) Frequently Asked Questions About Having a Baby in the 21st Century (December 12) Ob-Gyns Issue Guidance on Management of Pregnant Women...
Antibiotics
... with ear infections take antibiotics for 5 days. Antibiotics and
pregnancy Q. Is it safe to take antibiotics during
pregnancy ? Suzanna/ North Carolina ... Topical antibiotics help prevent infect...
Antibody titer
...ed Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the Doctor Forums ] ... A slightly different form of this test, the Rh antibody titer , is done early in
pregnancy to determine a woman's blood type. A woman with Rh-negative blood can produce antibodies against her baby's blood if the baby has Rh-positive ...