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Food poisoning in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 07/08/2008 14:23:47
What are the risks, how should you avoid them and what you should do if you fall ill?
infections are less likely to cause health problems for your baby directly, however, do bear in mind that any such infection will deprive your baby of important nutrients at a time when he needs them for healthy development. Toxoplasmosis is one parasitic
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Raw foods in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 28/05/2009 02:15:58
Sushi and rare steaks - what's the low-down on raw foods in pregnancy?
made with raw milks - look on the label to see whether it has been pasteurised if you're not sure.Raw fruit and veg - Not to be avoided! But fruit and vegetables can still be contaminated with harmful bacteria such as toxoplasmosis so need to be washed
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Polyhydramnios: symptoms, causes and treament
By Maria Muennich on 15/11/2009 01:00:30
What are the implications of an excess of amniotic fluid for your pregnancy and birth, and what can you do?
fluid.Infection - certain infections such as rubella, toxoplasmosis and syphilis may lead to polyhydramnios. These can be checked for with blood tests.Fetal abnormalities - in about a fifth of cases, excess amniotic fluid may build up when the baby
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Your pregnancy skin: changes and discomforts
By Maria Muennich on 28/10/2009 01:10:53
A combination of growth, stretching and hormonal imbalances can run wreak havoc with your skin during pregnancy
urticarial papules of pregnancy (PUPP), Prurigo of pregnancy and Papular dermatitis of pregnancy. However, rashes can also be due to infections such as Rubella, Toxoplasmosis and Herpes. You should let your doctor know about any rashes or itching in pregnancy
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Pregnancy month-by-month: 1st Trimester
By Maria Muennich on 28/03/2009 01:06:19
What to expect and what to plan for in the first trimester
pregnancy you'll need to be more careful than ever when it comes to kitchen hygiene and be particularly careful when handling pets (or vegetables that may have soil on them) to avoid toxoplasmosis. If you're struggling to reduce your alcohol intake then bear
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