Pregnancy can be one of most joyful periods in life, provided the woman is feeling well. But, if you're not feeling well due to abdominal or back discomfort, nausea, swelling of the feet and/or emotional ups and downs, and then have to contend with asthma symptoms on top of all that, it can really be difficult.
So, what's a pregnant woman with asthma to do? The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released guidelines to help guide you and your doctor with that.
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