Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Age is not the biggest factor in a healthy pregnancy. The biggest factor is the good health of the mother. Becoming pregnant after the age of 35, however, poses a number of potential problems. Chances for conception decrease with age. The incidence of miscarriage and premature birth is slightly higher in […]
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care How can you find out for sure if you are pregnant? Do a home pregnancy urine test. You can do one yourself. Facts about these tests: * They test for a hormone called HCG. HCG is present in the urine only during pregnancy. * You can buy them over-the-counter. Look for
Bone & Muscle Problems Osteoporosis is a loss of bone mass and strength. This significantly increases the risk of fractures and falls. To help prevent osteoporosis, take medicines as prescribed by your doctor, do weight-bearing exercises, choose a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, and practice good posture. Often, the first sign of
Women’s Health Osteoporosis is a loss in bone mass and bone strength. Bones become less dense. This makes them weak and easier to break. Any bone can be affected. The hips, wrists, and spine are the most common sites. Peak bone mass is reached between the ages of 25 and 35. After age 35, bone
Bone & Muscle Problems Osteoporosis is a loss in bone mass and bone strength. Bones become less dense. This makes them weak and easier to break. Any bone can be affected. The hips, wrists, and spine are the most common sites. Signs & Symptoms Osteoporosis is a “silent disease.” It can occur without pain. You
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Causes Having more than one baby may happen more often if: * There is a family history of it. * The mother is taking medicine or having treatment to get pregnant. * She is an older mother. More than one baby can happen in two ways. The most common way is
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Nausea is when you feel like throwing up. Vomiting is when you do throw up. They are both signs of morning sickness. It is usually due to changes in hormones. Low blood sugar levels also cause it. Despite its name, morning sickness can happen any time of day. It can even
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Women’s Health Menopause occurs when menstrual periods have stopped for one whole year. It is also called “the change of life.” In general, this occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. It can, though, occur as early as age 35 or as late as age 65. It can also result when both ovaries are
Women’s Health Menstrual cramps are also called painful periods. Most females have them at sometime during their lives. Signs & Symptoms * Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen right before or with a menstrual period. The pain can range from mild to severe. * The pain can occur with: A backache; fatigue; headache; diarrhea
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care There are two ways a baby may be born: * Through the vagina (vaginal birth). Contractions of the uterus push the baby out through the cervix into the vagina. The baby passes through the vagina to enter the world. * Cesarean section (C-section). This is a surgical method. The baby is
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