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A 36-year-old female asked:
what causes swelling during pregnancy?
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Dr. Paula Hillardanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
May be normal: Some slight ankle swelling can be normal in later pregnancy, but when severe or coupled with high blood pressure, it can be a serious condition called pre-eclampsia. See your dr to be sure.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
What precautions must I take if my wife is pregnant with multiples?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. George Klauberanswered
Specializes in Pediatric Urology
No alcohol or stress: Avoid her getting over tired or lifting heavy objects. Be as helpful & supportive as you can and avoid imparting any negative feelins about having a multiple birth pregnancy. Please treat her like royalty and don't share concerns about any negative impact on the family such as increased financial impact of educating mulitiple children. Good luck.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
When must a newly pregnant mom seek professional medical treatment?
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Dr. Juan Richiusaanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 18 years experience
ASAP : You should seek to start prenatal care as soon as you know you are pregnant. Early prenatal care assures prevention of complications.
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Indianapolis, IN
A 19-year-old female asked:
I got my IUD march 23 and I got on the pills 4 1week and I cnt get pregnant wats wrong?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Miguel Canoanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 30 years experience
Birth Control (?): If you got an iud on 3/23...That's birth control, you're not likely to get pregnant. If you took ocps for a week and can't get pregnant, good!....They're not made for fertility..... So, if you want birth control, you don't need pills, your iud should suffice. If you want to get pregnant, schedule an appt with your doc & get some seriously well-needed information. Take care of yourself.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
What's the best thing to do to get pregnant?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Kamel Sadekanswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Education: Have intercourse on the days before, during and after ovulation (day 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
use a pregnancy kit to know when you are ovulating.
After sexual activity, stay in bed with couple of pillows under your pelvis for 30 minutes.
Have your partner eat healthy and exercise
eat healthy, avoid alcohol and tobacco, exercise, take prenatal vitamins.
Consult with your OB for advice and if religious, pray.
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OH
A 20-year-old female asked:
I have ben having prgenancy signs. -can you help me figure out if im pregnant?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Stuart Hickersonanswered
Family Medicine 32 years experience
Test: Symptoms of pregnancy include: no menses, fatigue, breast swelling, nausea, vomitng. Although these symptoms are suspcious the best thing to do is get a home
pregnancy test. They are easy to get, inexpensive and reliable.
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