OrganizedWisdom Health - Miscarriage

Ergomar and Pregnancy

Mindy6197 — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:34:55 GMT

Ergomar (ergotamine) should not be used during pregnancy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has labeled Ergomar as a category X drug, meaning there is a risk of birth defects in fetuses exposed to the medication. According to studies, the use of Ergomar during pregnancy can induce uterine contractions leading to miscarriage.

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Ergomar can also cause blood flow restriction to the fetus.
Ergomar is a prescription medication used to treat migraine and vascular headaches.
Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking Ergomar, as it is known to be excreted into breast milk.

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Major Depression and Miscarriage

TaraSal — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:19:40 GMT

Miscarriages can make some women prone to major depression, according to some researchers. A study by New York State Psychiatric Institute found that 11 percent of women who had miscarried had an episode of major depression within the first six months after the miscarriage. Major depression was five times higher among women who had no children, compared to the control group.

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While it is normal to feel bad after a miscarriage, these feelings of sadness and loss may become severe enough to be a cause for concern.
If you feel you need a counselor, it is wise to see one.
Symptoms of depression are sadness and emptiness, hopelessness, loss of interest in once enjoyed activities, difficulty concentrating, and changes in appetite.
If the depression has been ongoing for several months, a health care provider may be able to help you.

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Tramadol in Pregnancy Risks

SScroggins — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:01:00 GMT

Tramadol is a narcotic-like type of pain reliever that doctors prescribe to treat moderate to severe pain. It is considered a Class C drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and should not be used during pregnancy. Tramadol can be harmful to an unborn baby and can have serious side effects, or even cause death, in infants whose mother uses the drug during her pregnancy or labor.

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Reports show neonatal seizures and withdrawal symptoms in babies who have been exposed to Tramadol before birth.
Inform your doctor if you become pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using Tramadol.
Tramadol can also pass into breast milk, so it is also unsafe to use while breastfeeding.

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Birth Control Pills and Miscarriage

Janet36603 — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:25:57 GMT

Many women worry about the effects of birth control pills on the body. Some even worry that if they become pregnant while on the pill, it might cause a miscarriage.Some women may use birth control pills in an effort to purposely miscarry the fetus, although they are not effective in this manner.

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Taking the birth control pill does not increase the risk of miscarriages while on the pill.
There is conflicting evidence about whether using the pill for a long term will have an effect on the risk of future miscarriages.
It is still possible to get pregnant while taking the pill.

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Miscarriage Signs

CatherIN — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:53:46 GMT

Signs of a miscarriage usually involve bleeding accompanied by abdominal cramps. Bleeding may be light spotting or heavy, with clots. Abdominal cramping or pain may start within hours or days of the onset of bleeding. Pain may also be felt in the genitals, thighs, buttocks and lower back.

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Bleeding occurs in 20-30% of all pregnancies.
Some women also experience fever, weakness or vomiting.
If experiencing any of these symptoms, it is advisable to discuss it with your doctor.

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Miscarriage of One Twin

KenyottaE — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:21:44 GMT

The miscarriage of one twin early in a pregnancy is usually detected by ultrasound. Most mothers that suffer a miscarriage of one twin early in the pregnancy will not have any symptoms. This is known as vanishing twin syndrome. The loss of a twin in the latter stages of pregnancy needs to be closely monitored by a physician due to the increased risks that the surviving twin may experience.

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Surviving twins after a late term miscarriage, have higher rates of cerebral palsy.
Symptoms may include bleeding, cramps, and pelvic pain.
Some women may have to have a procedure known as dilation and curettage performed in a late term miscarriage.

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Ashwagandha

MMunoz — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:49:29 GMT

Withania somnifera is also called ashwagandha, Indian ginseng, winter cherry, ajagandha, kanaje hindi and samm al ferakh. It is a short shrub that produces berries. The roots have been used for medical purposes for hundreds of years. Ashwagandha has been known to reduce inflammation, treat tumors, decrease stress, increase mental activity, reduce fever, and used as an antioxidant.

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Pregnant women should not use this herb as it may cause an abortion.
Ashwagandha means "horse's smell" in Sanskrit because the root smells like horse sweat.
Studies show it could be helpful in fighting cancer.

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Low Progesterone Infertility

SScroggins — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:49:28 GMT

Progesterone is a hormone created by the ovary at the site of ovulation which helps the endometrium prepare for the implantation of a fertilized egg. If an egg is fertilized and implants, the developing placenta begins to secrete the hormone which allows the body to continue the pregnancy. If the progesterone levels are too low, though, the body is unable to sustain a pregnancy and a miscarriage is possible.

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Low progesterone levels are also indicative of ovulation problems, hindering fertility.
The levels fluctuate throughout a normal cycle.
Progesterone supplements can be administered in either suppositories or injections.

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Pregnancy Massage

EricaH — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:07:14 GMT

Massages for women who are pregnant are called pregnancy or prenatal massages. Prenatal massages relieve body aches and ligament pains but are also stress-reducing, which contributes to a positive labor experience. Swedish massage is the recommended type of massage best suited for pregnancy. It is important to check with your prenatal care provider to find out if a pregnancy massage is right for you.

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Helpful for relieving pain associated with pregnancy such as: sciatica, swelling, back and neck pain, and nausea.
Improves blood circulation.
Should be given by a licensed massage therapist certified in prenatal massage.
Pregnancy massage can be done during any of the trimesters although you may be advised to wait until after the first trimester when the risk of miscarriage is reduced.

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New, Safer Test for Down Syndrome

AmyS — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:21:10 GMT

Scientists have found a safer way to diagnose Down syndrome and other genetic disorders. Currently, there are only two ways for a woman to find out her baby's genetic health. Amniocentesis, which carries with it a risk of miscarriage, and just not finding out until after the birth of the child. This new test only requires a small blood sample from the pregnant woman.

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