18 Sep, 2007
Pregnancy Treatment
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Treatment :
Women should confirm the presence of a pregnancy as soon as a period is missed so that a sensible diet can be followed, and any noxious substances and drugs avoided (see Medication Table). Smoking must cease immediately a pregnancy is diagnosed, as smoking will have significant adverse effects upon the foetus. At about twelve weeks, the first doctors visit should be made, at which time blood and urine tests will be performed, and preliminary arrangements made for delivery or referral to a specialist obstetrician. Throughout the pregnancy, a doctor is seen every month for routine checks on the mother and baby. Late in pregnancy the frequency of these visits increases to fortnightly or weekly. Tablets containing iron and folic acid are often prescribed to prevent anaemia in the mother and some complications in the baby.
Diet :
A diet that is high in carbohydrates and protein is sensible. A higher intake of food than normal is generally necessary, but in the early stages morning sickness may make this difficult, and in the later stages the pressure of the large baby on the stomach may make small frequent meals necessary. Alcohol should be avoided, or taken in absolutely minimal levels.