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… 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 … syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist. This nerve runs through a small space in your …
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… Back Pain During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Most women develop back pain at some point during pregnancy. As the size and weight of your growing belly place more strain on your back, you may …
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… 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 …
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… Leg Cramps During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Leg cramps are common during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. … some things you can do to help relieve a leg cramp. Stretch your leg (flex your toes toward your head). Place a heating …
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… Pregnancy: Choosing a Health Professional On this page: … Overview You have a choice about who will deliver your baby. Doctors and midwives are trained to provide … women. Perinatologists , who specialize in high-risk pregnancy . Family doctors who provide pregnancy (obstetric) …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some pharmaceutical drugs can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street drugs when you’re pregnant can …
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… Pregnancy After Age 35 On this page: Overview Related … after age 35 are healthy ones. But as you age beyond your mid-30s, some risks do increase. Your doctor or midwife … may depend on your wishes, how far along you are in your pregnancy, your family health history, and what tests are …
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… Pregnancy: Pelvic and Hip Pain On this page: Overview … Overview It's normal to get aches and pains in your hips and pelvic area when you're pregnant. Pregnancy hormones are relaxing your ligaments . This …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Preterm Birth On this page: Overview Overview Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery … delivery, the neonatal staff will check and take care of your preterm babies. If your babies' gestational age is less …
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… Pregnancy: Changes in Feet and Ankles On this page: Overview Overview Some changes in your feet and ankles are normal during pregnancy. These symptoms occur from normal hormonal changes …
