What is not normal during pregnancy?

These are signs that indicate you should call your doctor immediately: Signs of preterm labor. These include vaginal bleeding or spotting, unusual fluid discharge, lower abdominal cramping, lower back pain, or regular tightening of the abdomen (contractions) that doesn't go away. Urination problems.

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What are signs of an unhealthy pregnancy?

If any of the following signs occur, the woman should be taken immediately to the hospital or health centre.
  • vaginal bleeding.
  • convulsions/fits.
  • severe headaches with blurred vision.
  • fever and too weak to get out of bed.
  • severe abdominal pain.
  • fast or difficult breathing.

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What are the 7 most common concerns during pregnancy?

Some common complications of pregnancy include, but are not limited to, the following.
  • High Blood Pressure. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, occurs when arteries carrying blood from the heart to the body organs are narrowed. ...
  • Gestational Diabetes. ...
  • Infections. ...
  • Preeclampsia. ...
  • Preterm Labor. ...
  • Depression & Anxiety.

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What is the most common problems during pregnancy?

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Gestational hypertension is high blood pressure that first occurs after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Preeclampsia happens if you previously had normal blood pressure and suddenly develop high blood pressure and protein in your urine or other problems after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

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What is abnormal pregnancy?

Abnormal Pregnancy Conditions that develop during pregnancy are often related to the pregnancy itself (early pregnancy loss or ectopic and molar pregnancies) but not always. Sometimes issues can be caused by events unrelated to the pregnancy, like if a mother develops a disease such as measles.

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Pregnancy Symptoms Come and Go - Is It Normal?

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When should I be worried that I'm pregnant?

Contact your healthcare provider if you're experiencing extreme nausea and dehydration. Sore (and swollen) breasts: Your breasts can become tender to the touch during pregnancy. The soreness may be similar to the way your breasts feel before a period, only more so.

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What are 5 common illness during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, some common infections that may occur are influenza, vaginal yeast infections, eczema, herpes, uterine infections, group B streptococcus (GBS), bacterial vaginosis (BV), and listeria.

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What is the biggest concern first trimester?

It is during this first trimester that the fetus is most susceptible to damage from substances, like alcohol, drugs and certain medicines, and illnesses, like rubella (German measles). During the first trimester, your body and your baby's body are changing rapidly.

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What are 3 causes of pregnancy complications?

Other factors that may increase your risk for pregnancy complications include:
  • Being older than 35.
  • Being younger than 20.
  • Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol-containing beverages.
  • Being pregnant with twins, triplets or more.
  • Having a history of miscarriage.
  • Having obesity.
  • Having anorexia.

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What are 2 things to avoid during pregnancy?

However, limit white (albacore) tuna to 6 ounces (168 grams) a week.
  • Avoid raw, undercooked or contaminated seafood. To avoid harmful bacteria or viruses in seafood:
  • Avoid undercooked meat, poultry and eggs. ...
  • Avoid unpasteurized foods. ...
  • Avoid excess caffeine.

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What can accidentally cause a miscarriage?

Certain uterine conditions or weak cervical tissues (incompetent cervix) might increase the risk of miscarriage. Smoking, alcohol and illicit drugs. Women who smoke during pregnancy have a greater risk of miscarriage than do nonsmokers. Heavy alcohol use and illicit drug use also increase the risk of miscarriage.

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What are red flags for pregnancy?

Blurry or impaired vision. Unusual or severe stomach pain or backaches. Frequent, severe, and/or constant headaches. Contractions, where your stomach muscles tighten, before 37 weeks that happen every 10 minutes or more often.

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How do I know my fetus is healthy?

Consistent Growth Patterns. Good growth and development is the surest manner to keep track that your foetus is developing into a healthy baby. Having regular antenatal care helps your healthcare practitioner to plot your baby's development and ensure that growth milestones are being achieved.

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What are the worst weeks of pregnancy?

Even though it's called morning sickness, it can last all day and happen any time of day. At least 7 in 10 pregnant women have morning sickness in the first trimester (first 3 months) of pregnancy. It usually starts at about 6 weeks of pregnancy and is at its worst at about 9 weeks.

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Which trimester are you most tired?

Hormone changes play a big role in making you feel tired, especially the hormone progesterone. This hormone rises sharply in the first trimester. In addition, as blood volume increases to supply the developing placenta and fetal circulation, your heart pumps faster and stronger.

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What is the most uncomfortable trimester?

The third trimester of pregnancy can be tiring and uncomfortable. Here's help relieving symptoms — and anxiety — as your due date approaches. The third trimester of pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging. Your baby's size and position might make it hard for you to get comfortable.

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What are 10 minor disorders of pregnancy?

12.1 Digestive and food-related disorders
  • 12.1. 1 Nausea, vomiting and hyperemesis gravidarum. ...
  • 12.1. 2 Food dislikes and food cravings. ...
  • 12.1. 3 Heartburn. ...
  • 12.1. 4 Constipation. ...
  • 12.2. 1 Varicosities (varicose veins) ...
  • 12.2. 2 Haemorrhoids (piles) ...
  • 12.3. 2 Joint pain. ...
  • 12.3. 3 Leg cramps.

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What infections cause birth defects?

Toxoplasmosis, cytomegalovirus (CMV), varicella, rubella, and lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (LCMV) are among the agents that are recognized to have the potential to cause birth defects in a developing fetus.

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How can I protect my unborn child?

Commit to Healthy Choices to Help Prevent Birth Defects
  1. Plan ahead. Get 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day. ...
  2. Avoid harmful substances. Avoid alcohol at any time during pregnancy. ...
  3. Choose a healthy lifestyle. Keep diabetes under control. ...
  4. Talk with your healthcare provider.

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What causes unhealthy fetus?

Smoking, drinking alcohol, or taking certain drugs during pregnancy. Having certain medical conditions, such as being obese or having uncontrolled diabetes before and during pregnancy. Taking certain medications, such as isotretinoin (a drug used to treat severe acne). Having someone in your family with a birth defect.

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What are the 3 types of miscarriage?

  • Early miscarriage is when a pregnancy is lost in the first 3 months (first trimester) of pregnancy. ...
  • Late miscarriage is when a pregnancy is lost after 12 weeks (first trimester) but before 24 weeks. ...
  • Stillbirth is the loss of a pregnancy after 24 weeks.

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What should I avoid at 6 weeks pregnant?

Do not eat raw or undercooked meat, chicken, or fish (such as sushi or raw oysters). Do not eat raw eggs or foods that contain raw eggs, such as Caesar dressing. Do not eat raw sprouts, especially alfalfa sprouts. Do not eat soft cheeses and unpasteurized dairy foods, such as Brie, feta, or blue cheese.

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Why is week 10 of pregnancy the worst?

Your nausea and vomiting may be worse than ever: Morning sickness peaks around 9 or 10 weeks of pregnancy for many women. That's when levels of the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) are highest (morning sickness is thought to be linked to rises in hCG and estrogen).

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