Placenta praevia

Placenta praevia is when the placenta lies low and may cover the cervix, complicating your baby's birth. Learn about diagnosis and treatment.

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hCG levels

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that is found in your urine and blood when you're pregnant. Find out more about hCG here.

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Elective caesarean section

A caesarean section is a common operation and is usually a safe method of delivery for you and your baby.

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Pre-eclampsia

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that can happen in pregnancy, causing high blood pressure. Read about the symptoms and treatment of pre-eclampsia.

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone that is stored and released by your pituitary gland. Learn about how oxytocin helps with labour and breastfeeding.

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Q fever

Q fever is an infection that you can catch from cows, sheep, goats and kangaroos. Learn more about Q fever symptoms, prevention and treatment.

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Lead exposure and poisoning

Lead exposure happens when you breathe in or swallow contaminated materials. Learn more about lead exposure and lead poisoning and how to prevent it.

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hCG test

The human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test is usually used to confirm or monitor a pregnancy. It can be a blood or a urine test. Learn more here.

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Listeria and listeriosis

Listeriosis, a food poisoning caused by Listeria bacteria, poses risks for pregnant women, older people and those with weak immune systems.

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Oestrogen

Oestrogen is a female sex hormone which helps control puberty and strengthen bones. Learn how too much or too little can cause health conditions.

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Oestrogen blood test

Oestrogen blood tests help understand your hormone balance. Read more if you are planning pregnancy, are pregnant or your menstrual cycle is irregular.

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Urine tests

Urine tests are used for many different reasons. They can diagnose conditions, such as pregnancy, infections, diseases and screen for drug use.

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Liver function tests

Liver function tests are blood tests that check how well your liver is working. Find out what LFTs measure and what your results may mean.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a range of conditions caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Learn more about FASD here.

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Vitamin K deficiency

Vitamin K deficiency can stop your blood from clotting properly and weaken your bones. Read more about how to prevent and treat vitamin K deficiency.

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Smoking and vaping during pregnancy

Find out how smoking and vaping can affect your fertility and pregnancy. Quitting will give your baby the best start in life.

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Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, tea, chocolate and energy drinks. It acts on your brain and nervous system. Learn how caffeine affects you.

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Asthma and pregnancy

If asthma is well managed during pregnancy, you can avoid flare ups which could harm your baby. Learn more about how to manage asthma when pregnant.

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Routine antenatal tests

During pregnancy, you'll be offered different blood tests and ultrasound scans. Learn what each test can tell you about your and your baby's health.

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Gestational diabetes

Gestational diabetes can happen during pregnancy. It can be managed. Learn about the causes, risk factors and what it can mean for you and your baby.

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Syphilis

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. Find out more about syphilis here.

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Paracetamol

You can take paracetamol for mild to moderate pain. Find out when to take paracetamol, its side effects and what to do if you take too much.

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Mpox (Monkeypox)

Monkeypox (mpox) is a rare infectious disease related to smallpox. While symptoms are usually mild, it can be serious and need medical attention.

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Abortion

There are many reasons someone might choose to terminate a pregnancy. Counselling can help you understand your options. Learn about the process.

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