Sex During Pregnancy
Sex and sexual intercourse are not harmful during pregnancy. The foetus lies safely in the womb and occasional movement, contact or orgasms cannot cause it harm. During orgasm, the womb will contract more than usual, but these aren't the same ... [... more]
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Obstetric Cholestasis
Usually, this is so mild it doesn't cause problems. But during pregnancy, oestrogen and progesterone levels soar. High levels of their breakdown products accumulate, which interfere with the secretion of bile from ... [... more]
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Kidney Cancer: Nexavar
This medicine could be harmful to a developing baby. It should not be used during pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor, and only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any risks to the ... [... more]
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Kidney Cancer: Sutent
This medicine could be harmful to a developing baby. It should not be used during pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor, and only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any risks to the ... [... more]
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Silkis Ointment (Calcitriol)
This medicine may be absorbed through the skin in small amounts. Its safety for use during pregnancy has not been established. It is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor. Seek medical advice from your ... [... more]
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Anaemia (During Pregnancy)
In order to have enough red blood cells for the foetus, the body starts to produce more red blood cells and plasma. It has been calculated that the blood volume increases approximately 50 per cent during the ... [... more]
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Ultrasound Scans (During Pregnancy)
From 18 weeks onwards, it is possible to examine the foetus in more detail. Most organ systems can be examined to ensure that the foetus appears to be developing normally. The spine, skull, brain, heart, lungs, ... [... more]
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Morning Sickness And Nausea During Pregnancy
Dizziness. Thirst. Passing a smaller amount of urine than usual or none at all.Passing dark urine. The presence of ketones in your urine. Your midwife or GP can easily test this. ... [... more]
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What Should I Eat During Pregnancy?
It is important to avoid vitamin A during pregnancy because it may cause damage to the embryo. Foods containing large amounts of vitamin A include liver, and should be eaten on an occasional basis only. Unpasteurised ... [... more]
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Royal Canin Starter Puppy - 2 kg
 For puppies: transition food for the weaning stage (3-8 weeks). For bitches: high-energy food for use during pregnancy (from 6 weeks onwards) and nursing (up until weaning). From the 6th week of pregnancy, the nutritional needs of female dogs increase ... [... more]
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Pregnancy
The body needs extra calcium during pregnancy, especially in the later stages, to enable the baby's bones to develop. Calcium absorption from the gut is more efficient during pregnancy and this should provide enough ... [... more]
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Iodine
Iodine is vital for good thyroid function, which in turn is essential for health. Iodine deficiency during pregnancy and early infancy can result in cretinism (irreversible mental retardation and severe motor ... [... more]
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