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Genetic ultrasound

During pregnancy, every mother-to-be should have a mandatory 4 ultrasound examinations. One of them is genetic ultrasound. When should it be performed and what is evaluated during this test?

PAPP-A test-its new application

The PAPP-A test is an important test in prenatal diagnosis. Many Parents give up on it without knowing all its uses. Find out what risks, in addition to genetic defects, are assessed by the PAPP-A test and why you should take it.

Parvovirus B19 infection in pregnancy

Recently, specialists have noticed an increase in parvovirus infections in moms-to-be. This disease, is particularly dangerous during pregnancy due to its possible complications for the fetus. Find out how infection occurs and what are the risks of parvovirus B19 infection in pregnancy.

Unrestrained vomiting in pregnant women

Nausea is one of the first symptoms of pregnancy for many women. In contrast, more than 1% of moms-to-be struggle with much more severe, unrestrained pregnancy vomiting. Find out how to prevent and treat this ailment.

Bleeding after cesarean section

Many women mistakenly believe that, unlike natural childbirth, bleeding after a cesarean section does not occur. Like after natural childbirth, the endometrium also needs to regenerate after surgery. How long does it take to bleed after a C-section?

Genetic testing in pregnancy

Today, the options for prenatal diagnosis and intrauterine therapy are extensive. Often it is possible to detect various types of defects early in pregnancy and implement possible management. Non-invasive tests are also becoming increasingly popular. Find out what types of genetic tests in pregnancy are and who should do them.

Weaker sensation of fetal movements

Fetal movements usually begin to be felt by a pregnant woman from about 20. One week of pregnancy. With them, the mother-to-be can monitor the activity and well-being of her baby. Weaker sensation of fetal movements always raises concern in a pregnant woman. What can it result from and what is the course of action in case of weaker sensation of fetal movements?

Uterine polyp

Endometrial polyps are a relatively common diagnosis made during a routine ultrasound performed by a gynecologist. Sometimes their presence remains asymptomatic. However, it is most often associated with abnormal bleeding from the reproductive tract. What is a uterine cavity polyp and does it affect pregnancy?

Antibiotics in pregnancy

Antibiotics are a group of drugs used in bacterial infections. They are available by prescription, so it is the doctor who decides whether to include them. During pregnancy, not all drugs can be used safely. Find out what antibiotics and infections are used in moms-to-be