Pregnancy Complications

Pregnancy complications range from minor to life threatening for the mother, baby, or even both. Learn about possible complications including preterm birth, post-term birth, gestational diabetes, and more in this section.

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What is gestational diabetes?

What is gestational diabetes? Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatments for this type of diabetes in this article.

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Cervical Incompetence

Cervical incompetence is one of the primary causes of miscarriages. Learn what's happening when a woman suffers from cervical incompetence.

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Chickenpox During Pregnancy

Usually chickenpox is a benign illness, but in a pregnant woman it can cause serious complications for mother and baby. Learn about the dangers of having chickenpox during pregnancy.

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How to Cope With Pregnancy Bed Rest

Bed rest is no vacation. Activities you normally enjoy are limited. Learn about the physical, mental and emotional effects of bed rest during pregnancy.

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Miscarriage Questions

From signs of miscarriage to confirmation of a miscarriage, read the answers to common miscarriage questions and learn about miscarriage signs and symptoms and the causes of miscarriages.

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Placental Abruption

Placental abruption can deprive the fetus of oxygen and in severe cases can endanger the life of mother and baby. Learn what happens when a woman suffers from placental abruption.

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Placenta Previa

Placenta previa can result in heavy bleeding during labor and delivery, which can be dangerous for mother and baby. Learn what happens when a woman suffers from placenta previa.

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Pregnancy Infections

Getting sick when you're pregnant can be a very scary situation. Not only do you feel ill, but some illnesses could hurt your baby. Learn what infections you need to worry about and what you should do when you fall ill.

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Pregnancy Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

A woman's body goes through a range of changes during pregnancy, and it's sometimes hard to know what's worth worrying about. Find out what symptoms warrant a call to your obstetrician.

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Premature Rupture of Membranes

One in 10 pregnant women experience premature rupture of membranes. What should you do when your water breaks early?

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Fibroids During Pregnancy

Fibroid tumors occur in 50 to 80 percent of women. Read the answers to these commonly asked questions about pregnancy and fibroids.

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Gestational Diabetes

Women who have gestational diabetes are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Learn more facts about gestational diabetes, prevention, and treatment.

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Miscarriage Overview

From the signs and symptoms to the confirmation of a miscarriage, find the answers to common questions about miscarriages.

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If You're Pregnant: Are You at Risk?

Preterm labor and delivery can happen to any pregnant woman. Be prepared with the tips and advice that is offered in this article.

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Symptoms of Gestational Diabetes

Women with gestational diabetes, and their infants, can experience a number of symptoms and complications, from jaundice to stillbirth. Learn about the range of possible symptoms and how to avoid them.

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A Guide to Pregnancy Complications

No mother wants to have a difficult delivery or an unhealthy baby. Learn how to spot the signs of complications and, in some cases, find out what you can do about them.

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Diagnosing Placenta Previa

An embryo usually attaches to the upper part of the uterine wall, but sometimes implantation takes place in a lower location. The condition is called placenta previa and can interfere with a normal delivery.

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Miscarriage Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

A miscarriage is the ending of a pregnancy due to the premature delivery of the fetus before the 20th week of pregnancy. At this point, the fetus is not developed enough to survive outside the uterus on its own.

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Anemia or an Iron Deficiency During Pregnancy and Childbirth

Iron deficiency anemia--a lack of iron in the blood--occurs in about 20 percent of pregnant women in the United States. Iron is an important nutrient during pregnancy, so it's important that you have an adequate intake.

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