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Pregnancy Types
During early pregnancy, the main thing you will be concerned about is the
next nine-months, interspersed with happiness and various symptoms that have to
be dealt with. Apart from the usual nausea, heartburn, edema and backache, there
are certain other complications that are likely to crop up. These can be minor
and easily treated through medication or they can turn out to be risky for
mother and baby. What are the pregnancy types to watch out for, during these
months?
One condition to watch out for is an ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic or tubal
pregnancy is an abnormal condition that occurs when the fertilized egg implants
itself outside the uterus, probably in the fallopian tube. Suppose you have had
a miscarriage earlier, you might need an ultrasound during early pregnancy to
check for an ectopic pregnancy. As far as symptoms are concerned, they show
during the sixth week of pregnancy. If spotted in time, you can be treated and
save the pregnancy through medication or surgery.
Pregnancy is a totally natural state - but that does not mean it is easy!
Another serious pregnancy problem is a lupus pregnancy, resulting in blood
clotting problems and the risk of pre term delivery. Lupus has to do with your
immune system as well and can affect vital organs. For most women with lupus, a
successful pregnancy can happen. Understanding the problem can help find
solutions. If you suffer from lupus, you will need to be in constant touch with
a rheumatologist and obstetrician during the pregnancy. Preferably, do not risk
pregnancy unless your disease has been in remission for at least six months
since the medication you take can harm your fetus, resulting in damage and
stillbirth.
Whether it is the first or second pregnancy, your body will probably behave
differently through each pregnancy. You will naturally be quite excited though a
bit worried about the new pregnancy with the unspoken fear of the possibility of
something going wrong. More so - if you have experienced complications in your
earlier pregnancy. The early pregnancy days can be full of discomfort, and your
body undergoes major changes to adjust to the next 9 months. During a second
pregnancy, you are more likely to be at ease since you've already been through
the experience once. But you might want to know whether this will be different
from the first and how. Usually second pregnancy symptoms show quicker than the
first.
Twin pregnancies, on the other hand are considered risky. There is a possibility
of complications for both you and the babies. But there are many women who just
sail through twin pregnancies. Considering that since pregnancy involves a risk
for every woman, an additional fetus just makes it riskier. Ensure that you keep
all your doctor's appointments and take good care of your health, weight and
diet.
The risks associated with teen pregnancy which is on the rise today are much
more than with healthy adult women. Probably the main reason is that the teenage
girl herself is not fully grown up yet, causing complications during the entire
pregnancy unless precautions are taken. There is the likelihood of premature
deliveries, and babies with low birth weight. Pregnant teenagers must enroll in
prenatal care during early pregnancy stages.
No matter what the pregnancy type, it is wise to be aware of what to watch out
for throughout your pregnancy - so that remedial action can be initiated. |
