A 29-year-old member asked:
What causes anemia in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy?
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Dr. Jeffrey Gladdanswered
Preventive Medicine 22 years experience
Dilution: The increase in blood vessel fluid leads to a decreased concentration of blood cells. Also, iron deficiency is common and iron is the main component of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying component of the blood cells. Be certain to have your iron levels checked.
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Dr. Michael Dugananswered
Specializes in Hematology
The most common: Would be a dilutional anemia related to the expanded plasma volume state.
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A 30-year-old female asked:
Exercises to do from the 2nd trimester of pregnancy?
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Dr. Ralph Bolinganswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 41 years experience
Walking: and gentle stretching.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
What to do during 2nd trimester of pregnancy?
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Dr. Rick Sayeghanswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
Nutrition: during the second trimester the baby is developing it take your vitamins see your doctor regularly and nutrition is the most important thing
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