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Introduction Body mass index (BMI) is not just a simple number, but a significant measure of public health. Importantly, it also happens to be a critical index in pregnancy: for women who are about to begin this journey in their life understand thoroughly how BMI works? And what its implications? It affects not only their…
Introduction Blood pressure is an important health indicator. It reveals how much stress the blood is exerting on blood vessel walls in the body. During pregnancy, keeping blood pressure normal is crucial as it ensures that the placenta (through which a baby gets nourishment) is receiving enough blood flow. If a mother’s blood pressure gets…
Introduction Malaria, a mosquito-borne infectious disease, is caused by microscopic parasites that invade and multiply within human red blood cells. These parasites, belonging to the Plasmodium genus, are primarily transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. When an infected mosquito bites a human, the parasites are injected into the bloodstream, initiating a complex…
Introduction Malaria, a mosquito-borne infectious disease, is caused by microscopic parasites that invade and multiply within human red blood cells. These parasites, belonging to the Plasmodium genus, are primarily transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. When an infected mosquito bites a human, the parasites are injected into the bloodstream, initiating a complex…
Increased discharge can in fact be a sign of pregnancy. During pregnancy, hormonal changes can produce more vaginal discharge. That discharge, known as leukorrhea, is usually thin and milky-white upon inspection, it has no odor. The vaginal area also undergoes an increased blood flow in response to pregnancy. Furthermore, there is a production of cervical…
Pregnancy is a very special stage of life. It brings not only obvious emotional and physical changes but also significant changes in health management. This becomes particularly important when it involves conditions such as diabetes. Diabetes during pregnancy is manifested in two main ways: that is, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) which develops during pregnancy, and…
Pregnancy is a journey filled with joy and anticipation, but it also brings a host of medical concerns that require careful attention. One of the prime concerns is high blood pressure, a condition that can pose significant risks to both the mother and the developing baby. High blood pressure, or hypertension, during pregnancy is not just…
Another term for gestational hypertension is probably the most common type of high blood pressure in pregnancy, which can arise at any point during a woman’s pregnancy but is most likely to occur in the second or third trimester. Causes and risks in high pregnancy There is not one single cause of gestational hypertension, but…
Introduction Hemoglobin, a crucial component of red blood cells, plays a vital role in transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide back to the lungs for exhalation. Maintaining optimal levels of hemoglobin is essential for overall health, energy, and vitality. Fortunately, certain foods can significantly boost hemoglobin…
Food Allergies and Pregnancy Introduction: Navigating food allergies during pregnancy adds an extra layer of complexity to an already challenging time. A pregnant woman with a food allergy should be able to steer her condition while also looking after not only her own health but also of her developing child. This article will examine how…
