4461 results found
Health topics
… Blood Transfusions for Sickle Cell Disease On this page: … can be fatal if not treated with blood transfusions. Chronic severe anemia from kidney failure may need treatment … strokes in children who already had a stroke or are at high risk for a first stroke. footnote 1 How Well It Works …
Health topics
… Body changes during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Pregnancy is a time of change. It may be a time of joy or … changes while pregnant. Knowing what to expect during pregnancy can help you manage symptoms and keep up with …
Health topics
… Getting your pregnancy passport Last updated August 8, 2013 Pregnancy is a special kind of journey - and you can get a special kind of passport to help. Pregnancy Passport Our Special Journey: Pregnancy Passport …
Health topics
… Massage Therapy During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Be sure that your massage therapist has special training in pregnancy massage. Also check that the therapist is … therapist about your body position during massage. As your pregnancy progresses, the best positions are sitting on a …
Health topics
… Partner Support During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Why is it important to support your partner during pregnancy? Pregnancy is usually a time of excitement. But sometimes, …
Health topics
… Nausea or Vomiting During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … vomiting ( morning sickness ) during the first 16 weeks of pregnancy. For some women, morning sickness may be one of the first signs of pregnancy. The term "morning sickness" can be misleading, …
Health topics
… Healthy physical activity in pregnancy Last updated August 8, 2013 It's never too late to start getting active, even if you're well into your pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or midwife first to make … training regimes modified as needed while your pregnancy progresses. Flexibility activities that involve …
Health topics
… Pregnancy: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome On this page: Overview … Tingling, numbness, and pain in the hands are common during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. These problems … by carpal tunnel syndrome . They usually go away after pregnancy. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on …
Health topics
… Sleep Problems During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Sleep problems are common during pregnancy. Hormonal changes plus the discomforts of later pregnancy can break up the sleep cycle. First trimester. The …
Health topics
… Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … you may have common problems that aren't caused by your pregnancy, like a cold or influenza (flu). Or you may have a … Not all cold and flu medicines are safe during pregnancy. Do not use other over-the-counter medicines, such …
