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Pregnancy information:
Knowledge for expectant parents
Sore throat during pregnancy
A sore throat is a relatively common condition that also affects pregnant women. However, not all commercially available medicines can be used safely during this unusual time. For this reason, expectant mothers are looking for home remedies for a sore throat during pregnancy. Find out when you need to see a doctor and what the most common causes of a sore throat are.
Eating raw meat during pregnancy
During pregnancy, the expectant mother has many desires. But not all of them can be freely indulged. One of the forbidden foods during pregnancy is raw meat. What are the risks of eating raw meat during pregnancy?
Flu vaccination during pregnancy
Some mums-to-be are concerned about vaccinations during pregnancy. However, it's worth knowing that some of them are not only safe, but even recommended during pregnancy. Find out when is the best time to get a flu jab during pregnancy.
Viral hepatitis during pregnancy
Viral hepatitis is considered one of the most serious infections during pregnancy and can lead to infection of the baby. For this reason, every pregnant woman is tested for hepatitis B and C. Find out about the symptoms of viral hepatitis during pregnancy.
Pregnancy in overweight women
Increasingly, overweight patients who are planning a pregnancy or are already pregnant are visiting their gynaecologist's practice. Recommendations for the care of obese women during pregnancy have been published with these patients in mind. Find out what pregnancy involves for an obese woman.
Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic acid) during pregnancy
During pregnancy, expectant mothers are particularly cautious when it comes to taking medications. However, there are certain drugs that can help prevent serious complications during pregnancy. One of these is acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), commonly known under the brand name aspirin, which some pregnant women may be advised to take by their doctor. Learn who should take aspirin or acetylsalicylic acid during pregnancy and when.
Lupus and pregnancy
Women of childbearing age belong to the risk group for systemic lupus. It is categorised as an autoimmune disease and requires adequate preparation for pregnancy in order to avoid complications.
Foetal cardiac echo
During pregnancy, the expectant mother undergoes various examinations. Some of these are only ordered for certain indications. One of the special examinations carried out during pregnancy is the foetal cardiac echo. Find out when it is necessary and what the doctor can find out with the help of this examination.
Allergy during pregnancy
Allergic diseases are becoming increasingly common worldwide. Allergy symptoms vary, but in most cases they are annoying. During pregnancy, a woman's immune system works differently than before, which is why allergy symptoms can worsen. How are allergies treated during pregnancy? Is an allergy linked to the occurrence of a premature birth?