Ayon,
a
22 years old young lady is now dreaming on her soon becoming
couple
with her would-be young handsome life partner. She also dreams to
be mother of a cute baby daughter . But she had a fear of
but curious about pregnancy periods.
She
saw some among her relatives becoming mother silently
and some of them had to suffer a lot. Now she is observing her
elder sister who is expecting her first child. There are so many
anxiousness, expectations, dreams, advise of doctors and so on -- all are
centering her which creates lots of queries in Ayon's mind about pregnancy.
Let
us try to satisfy Ayon's queries. See what were her
previous queries ?
Most
Often Asked Questions on Pregnancy
21.
What is meant by " high risk pregnancy" ?
A
high risk pregnancy is one in which the woman is over 35-40 years
of age or is very young; has blood pressure or heart problem,
bleeding during pregnancy or a history of premature deliveries
or recurrent abortions. But tests can be done to detect
these and a course of action will be prescribed by the doctor,
accordingly.
22.
Under what circumstances should I call my doctor immediately?
Call
your doctor if there is excessive bleeding, strong uterine
contractions and tightness, premature rupture of membranes,
giddiness and fainting. In extreme case's of high blood pressure,
there may be convulsions. This condition is called eclipses. But
no patient should reach this stage as pre-eclampsia precedes this
condition and should brought to the doctor's notice.
23.
How does medication affect the pregnant woman?
Pregnant women do need
medication- mineral and vitamin supplements and medication
for nausea and infections. At the same time we try to keep the
medication to a minimum, which is not so difficult if the woman is
healthily.
24.
What are the safe drugs during pregnancy? Can one cope
without drugs during pregnancy? How do common over the
counter and counter and illegal drugs affect the baby.
Sometimes,
low-dose aspirins have to be given if the patient is
developing blood pressure. You need to treat
infections, fevers malaria and tuberculosis even if the woman is
pregnant. Not treating her would endanger her life as well as that
of her baby.
But
there are some dugs known to be unsafe tranquillizers, sedatives
and some antibiotics. Of course, there are a few antibiotics
that can be given to pregnant women, and it will be useful to ask
your doctor about these. Being pregnant does not mean you have to go
without medication even when ill. But remember, antibiotics
cannot be taken without consulting the doctor. Paracetemols may be
consumed in moderation. Drug abuse is obviously very harmful for
the baby and the mother.
25.
what are the tests that are mandatory in pregnancy and what are
optional?
A
blood haemogram, blood count and blood grouping tests are a
must. A urine test is also required. We advise
an Australia Antigen test to check hepatitis antibodies .
The HIV test is optional but most hospitals prefer to have it done
for the safety of their staff, which is explained to the patients.
One blood sugar test is definitely required and if the
reading is not normal, more will be required at various stages.
Amniocentesis is not mandatory, but if the woman is
older , or has a history of abnormal babies, it is
advised.
