Pregnancy is a natural process, but it can sometimes be complicated. A high-risk pregnancy means that either the mother or the baby has a higher chance of developing health complications. Some pregnancies may be high-risk from the start, while others may develop complications later on. It’s important to be aware of the risk factors so
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High Risk Pregnancy: Identifying Risks and Specialized Obstetric Care
Expecting a baby is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, but sometimes, things don’t go as planned. If you are pregnant and have a higher risk of complications, you may be concerned about what that means for your pregnancy and your baby. The good news is that with proper care, most
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A majority of pregnancies go smoothly and without complications, but sometimes women experience what is referred to as a high-risk pregnancy. A pregnancy is considered high-risk when there is an increased risk of health problems that could affect the mother and/or her baby before, during, or after delivery. Sometimes a woman has a high-risk pregnancy if she
Read MoreMost Common Pregnancy Complications
Most pregnancies are uncomplicated and proceed smoothly with good prenatal care. However, even previously healthy women can develop complications during gestation, affecting and even threatening maternal and fetal health. Doctors check for proper fetal growth and development – and symptoms associated with pregnancy complications – using physical exams, lab tests, and ultrasound scans. Timely, regular prenatal care enables health-care providers to
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“High-risk pregnancy” is a term used to describe a pregnant woman who has one or more factors that may put her or her unborn baby at risk for complications. This classification is commonly attributed to women who decide to become pregnant at an older age, around 35 or older, where having a baby has been
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