While serious pregnancy complications are rare, you should be aware of these potential problems. This eMedTV website provides an in-depth look at possible complications, including symptoms, treatment options, and the potential effect on the baby.
Placental abruption and placenta previa are just two causes of bleeding during pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, bleeding that occurs in late pregnancy is of special concern, since it can cause complications during childbirth.
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that only affects pregnant women. This page of the eMedTV library discusses this condition in detail (including its effects on the baby) and explains that, for most women, it often goes away after pregnancy.
As this eMedTV article explains, hemorrhoids often develop in pregnant women. However, there are several ways to treat (and in some cases, prevent) hemorrhoids during pregnancy. This page offers an in-depth look at symptoms, treatment, and more.
Some women experience a temporary problem with pregnancy and bladder control. This page of the eMedTV website explains the connection between pregnancy and bladder control, including ways to strengthen pelvic floor muscles.
As this eMedTV page explains, bleeding in early pregnancy can be caused by an infection; pink bleeding may be a sign of implantation bleeding. Heavy bleeding may indicate a potential miscarriage. If any type of bleeding occurs, contact your doctor.
Complications can result after pregnancy, and depression is perhaps the most common. However, as this eMedTV article explains, it doesn't need to be handled alone. This resource discusses this issue in detail, including types, symptoms, and treatment.
As this eMedTV segment explains, a bladder infection during pregnancy can be serious, especially if it spreads to the kidneys. This article discusses the importance of promptly treating a bladder infection to avoid problems such as premature delivery.
This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at high blood pressure in pregnancy, including medications used to treat it and prevention measures. While the condition can be serious, most women go on to have successful pregnancies.
Some pregnant women may experience gestational hypertension after the twentieth week of pregnancy. As this eMedTV page explains, if the hypertension is caught early, complications affecting the organs, such as the brain, may be avoided.
Pregnant women with preeclampsia can experience decreased blood flow to vital organs. This page of the eMedTV Web site examines this dangerous condition in detail, and describes possible causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg does not plant itself inside the uterus, but somewhere else. This eMedTV resource discusses treatments and possible risk factors for this condition, such as sexually transmitted diseases.
Placental abruption occurs when the placenta becomes detached from the uterus too early. As this eMedTV segment explains, if this happens, cesarean delivery is usually recommended because of the serious risk posed to the mother and the baby.
Placenta previa is a condition characterized by the placenta partially or totally blocking the cervix. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at this medical condition and explains the risk it poses for a safe vaginal delivery.
Placenta accreta, as this eMedTV article explains, is a serious condition in which the placenta becomes too firmly attached to the walls of the uterus. In some cases, a hysterectomy is needed to fix the problem.
Umbilical cord prolapse refers to when the umbilical cord drops down into the birth canal. This page of the eMedTV website explains umbilical cord prolapse in detail, including how it can cause complications during delivery.
Women may develop the facial paralysis known as Bell's palsy during pregnancy more frequently than the general population. As this eMedTV page explains, the risk of Bell's palsy during pregnancy is thought to be greatest during the third trimester.
Many women will experience what is known as the "baby blues," but some will develop postpartum depression. This eMedTV segment deals with this more serious condition, including information on symptoms, treatment options, and more.
If you are a pregnant woman who has diarrhea, it is important to avoid becoming dehydrated. This eMedTV resource explains why diarrhea may occur while you are expecting, and includes tips for avoiding dehydration in the event that it happens to you.
Headaches are common in pregnant women, especially those in their first or third trimester. This article offers an overview of pregnancy headaches and their treatment, including information on when you should call your healthcare provider.
During pregnancy, lower back pain can be caused by several factors, such as hormonal changes. This eMedTV Web page discusses other factors that can cause back pain when pregnant and offers helpful tips on how to prevent and relieve it.
