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Search results for: "Placenta"

Placenta praevia

Placenta praevia is a condition where the placenta is lying low and may cover the cervix. In some cases, a caesarean is necessary.

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone that is used to induce labor, strengthen contractions, or to control bleeding after childbirth.

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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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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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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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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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Oestrogen blood test

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

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Listeria and listeriosis

Listeriosis is a type of food poisoning caused by eating foods contaminated with Listeria bacteria and can be dangerous for certain people. Find out more here.

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Q fever

Anyone who works with animals such as farmers and vets is more at risk of getting Q fever. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.

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Lead poisoning

Lead can enter your body if you breathe in or swallow contaminated materials. Find out about preventing exposure, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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