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Preconception care
Preconception care refers to health practices suggested for women who are considering getting pregnant, in order to maximize their health and that of their future baby. An example includes taking folate supplements before becoming pregnant in order to lower the risk of spinal cord problems.
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A 25-year old female asked:
Im pregnant, doctor gives me preconceive folic acid, is it ok for me to take it even if i got cysts in my breast ?
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A 30-year old female asked:
Do ultrasounds add two preconception weeks when measuring baby? If baby measures 12 w is this supposed to date to LMP or conception?
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Will doctors see you for a preconception check up if we haven't gotten pregnant after 4 months of trying. ?
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I miscarried naturally at 8 weeks,had 2 menstrual cycles but still feel tired & moody. Mentally im okcould my preconception vits be causing the issue?
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Can you take black mores preconception tablets if you have an under active thyroid . Trying to improve my chances of conceiving?
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Does isolated diastolic hypertension (e.g., 127/96) need any medical attention? Is preconception IDH associated with any pregnancy risks? Thank you!
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Both my partner and I are interested in doing a preconception checkup,we're also interested in a genetic screening as there is history of down syndrome.Do you recommend going to a gp first,who do we consult? Thank you!
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Is a preconception visit necessary if I am healthy, up to date of doctor visits and vaccines, eating healthy, and am taking prenatal vitamins?
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During my preconception visit my dr. was really pushing genetic screening for before we start conceiving. We have no family history of genetic disorders and she said nothing stands out (other than cystic fibrosis since we are both Caucasian). ?
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I'm looking for details on who in socal provides preconceptional counseling for high risk pregnancy?
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