Peripartum pubic symphysis separation is uncommon, but not rare condition, that can affect a woman during pregnancy. This condition can be summed up as the excessive movement of a part of the pelvis called the pubic symphysis. This excessive movement can cause a great deal of discomfort throughout the pelvic girdle. Inconsistent classifications and sporadic
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Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy
Nausea and vomiting are very typical symptoms women experience early on in pregnancy. In this blog, we will explain the implications of these symptoms. 50% of women have nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy and 25% have nausea alone. In about 35% nausea and vomiting are clinically significant, resulting in lost work time and negatively
Menstrual Cramps & Pregnancy
Women with menstrual cramps are often treated with medications to ease the pain . Prior studies have suggested accupunture/ acupressure may help those who suffer from these symptoms. A recent paper was published suggesting that app-based self-administered acupressure vs usual care allowed for improved symptoms. The study was conducted in Germany and included 221 prospective randomized trial over a 3 year period
The Flu Vaccine & Pregnancy
The signs and symptoms of influenza (the flu) often include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle aches, coughing, sore throat and it may even lead to complications such as pneumonia. On rare occasions, complications such as these can be life-threatening. That is why it is important to know that the flu virus is more likely to cause
What is Gestational Diabetes?
Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy (gestation). Like other types of diabetes, gestational diabetes affects how your cells use sugar (glucose). Gestational diabetes causes high blood sugar that can affect your pregnancy and your baby’s health. Expectant women can help control gestational diabetes by eating healthy foods, exercising and, if necessary, taking medication such as insulin
Pregnancy in Women with a Prior Thrombosis (“Blood Clot”)
When a patient experiences a blood clot in the leg (deep venous thrombosis) or of the lungs (pulmonary embolism), these can be life-threatening emergencies. Women with a history of a blood clot are at increased risk of recurrence during pregnancy. However, that risk is influenced by the circumstances surrounding the original blood clot. For example,





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