Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a transformative physiological state, characterized by the development of a fetus within the uterus, beginning with conception and culminating in childbirth. Spanning approximately…
Pre-Existing Hypertension During Pregnancy
Pre-existing hypertension during pregnancy, also known as chronic hypertension, refers to elevated blood pressure diagnosed before pregnancy or before 20 weeks of gestation. This condition…
Mild Pre-eclampsia
Mild pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure (hypertension) and protein in the urine (proteinuria) after 20 weeks of gestation. While it…
Induction of Labor: A Comprehensive Guide
Induction of labor refers to the process of stimulating uterine contractions before spontaneous labor begins to achieve a vaginal birth. It is performed using medical…
Excessive Vomiting in Pregnancy
Excessive vomiting during pregnancy, medically known as hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), is a severe form of morning sickness that affects about 1-3% of pregnancies. Unlike typical…
Contraction stress test
The contraction stress test (CST) is a key prenatal assessment aimed at evaluating how a fetus responds to uterine contractions. This test is particularly useful…
Benign Hydatidiform Mole
A benign hydatidiform mole, commonly referred to as a molar pregnancy, is a rare yet significant condition that can occur during pregnancy. This article delves…