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Effects Of Preeclampsia On Baby
Pregnancy And Stroke
My doctor said I had abnormally thick blood. That coupled with the birth control pills I was taking, caused the blood clot behind my left ear, resulting in my stroke. I obviously cannot take birth pills anymore, so I wonder why would I risk my health and become pr... Read more »
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By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert...developing high blood pressure because of the protective effects of estrogen. However during... Read more »
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Snoring, Sleep Apnea and Pregnancy
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Periodontal Disease: Complications
...periodontal disease in pregnant women increase the risk of premature delivery and low birth weight infants. The more severe the infection, the greater the risk to the baby. Research indicates that... Read more »Epilepsy: Outlook and Effects
...seizures, or status epilepticus occur, a cesarean section may be appropriate.Postnatal CareMonitoring the Infant. The infant should be thoroughly examined for any birth defects. Also, if the... Read more »Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Complications
...greater organ damage than Caucasian patients. Genetic factors appear to have some influence on specific effects of SLE on organ damage among ethnic groups. However, the poorer outlook among... Read more »Type 2 Diabetes: Risk Factors
Over 19 million Americans have diabetes; up to 95% of these cases are type 2. In addition, 26% of Americans age 20 and older (and 40% of Americans age 65 and older) have impaired fasting... Read more »Type 1 Diabetes
...complications include:Intensive blood sugar control during pregnancy may reduce the risk for problems in the infant.Monitoring blood glucose after meals may protect against preeclampsia more... Read more »Images
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