Question 1

can hot showers increase core body temperature during pregnancy? they're my only relief when my back is sore. i let stream fall on my back not tummy.

Accepted Answer

Not significantly: While hot tubs and baths with total immersion can increase core temperature, it would be very hard to do with a shower.  If the heat is also just localized to your back, then this is probably okay.  The issue of increased core temperature is mainly an issue during the first trimester.

Question 2

during my 7th month of pregnancy i sniffed few drops of gasoline for few days.. could that be harmful to the baby?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely : Sniffing gas is not healthy.  I would recommend you stop doing that.

Question 3

if during intercourse siemen entered inside me properly and not a single drop fall outside, can i expect positive pregnancy result with guaranty?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: To be pregnant you have to be ovulating, if you were not ovulating when the semen entered then the change of pregnancy is almost nil, also people who are infertile may not be pregnant even after all the sperm enters their uterus, therefore there is no guarantee.

Question 4

are cough drops safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: A major brand over the counter should be fine. The cause of your cough though can be assessed by your physician.

Question 5

can i take b12 drops during pregnancy for energy?

Accepted Answer

Sure.: All vitamin b-complex is water-soluble, ergo cannot cause hypervitaminosis during or outside of pregnancy. Any excess vitamin b will be excreted in your urine and not accumulate in your body. Take Folic Acid 1-5 mg daily too!

Question 6

is it normal for hgb to drop from 13.2mg/dl @5w to 11.4mg/dl @9w during early pregnancy? is hgb drop gonna slow down or accelerate as preg progresses?

Accepted Answer

Anemia &amp; pregnancy: Hi, it is very common to drop Hg during pregnancy because of volume expansion but Anemia is very common due to Iron deficiency during pregnancy because the body makes more blood but the iron storage cannot keep up with that therefore the pregnant woman should be on Iron supp. and also Vitamins like folic acid and b12.

Question 7

i took a ricola dual action cough drop i looked it up and it says they are not safe during pregnancy is this true ? i'm pregnant i had one please help

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: One cough drop is not going to hurt your baby.  However, give them away to someone who is not pregnant and try some hot honey and lemonade tea instead for these months.

Question 8

what does it mean when your belly drops during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Lightening: At about 30 to 34 weeks the uterus and baby are large enough and heavy enough that gravity causes the uterus to descend into the pelvis giving the impression that the abdomen is dropping.  That is normal.

Question 9

bp usually on the high side-during pregnancy it drops as is normal. this pregnancy it dropping suddenly and a lot..to 95/54 and i feel dizzy. too low?

Accepted Answer

Please let your: Obstetrician know promptly. The fact that your BP drops on the low side and that you are symptomatic means that it is yes - too low.

Question 10

is it necessary for blood pressure to drop during pregnancy? my remained unchanged through out? it was 100/80 at booking now 120/80

Accepted Answer

Usually:  under normal conditions BP tends to be variable but during pregnancy the average BP tends to be lower.This is due to normal changes in the circulation cause by vascular relaxation and sequestration of blood circulation as fetal circulation matures through the placenta .This changes of course return to baseline within 4 weeks or less after delivery

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Can hot showers increase core body temperature during pregnancy? they're my only relief when my back is sore. i let stream fall on my back not tummy.

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During my 7th month of pregnancy i sniffed few drops of gasoline for few days.. could that be harmful to the baby?

A member asked:

If during intercourse siemen entered inside me properly and not a single drop fall outside, can i expect positive pregnancy result with guaranty?

A member asked:

Are cough drops safe during pregnancy?

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Can i take b12 drops during pregnancy for energy?

A member asked:

Is it normal for hgb to drop from 13.2mg/dl @5w to 11.4mg/dl @9w during early pregnancy? is hgb drop gonna slow down or accelerate as preg progresses?

A member asked:

I took a ricola dual action cough drop i looked it up and it says they are not safe during pregnancy is this true ? i'm pregnant i had one please help

A member asked:

What does it mean when your belly drops during pregnancy?

A member asked:

Bp usually on the high side-during pregnancy it drops as is normal. this pregnancy it dropping suddenly and a lot..to 95/54 and i feel dizzy. too low?

A member asked:

Is it necessary for blood pressure to drop during pregnancy? my remained unchanged through out? it was 100/80 at booking now 120/80

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