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Dr. Michael Fleischer is an obstetrician-gynecologist having a private practice in Boca Raton, Florida. He completed his MD at Tulane University and did his fellowship at the University of Texas at Houston. He specializes in high-risk pregnancies as well as minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. Fleischer is a member of the American College of Ob-Gyn. With over 20 years of experience, he has authored two books and two papers.
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[mj-toc] Vaginal discharge during pregnancy can be due to various reasons ranging from normal hormonal changes to underlying conditions. Leukorrhea or thin, milky, white vaginal discharge is one of the initial pregnancy symptoms. Sometimes you may notice color changes in vaginal secretions such as yellow or yellowish-green discharge. It is recommended to consult a doctor if you notice color changes in vaginal discharge or experience symptoms such as unpleasant odor or itchiness along with the discharge (1) (2). Read on to know the causes of vaginal discharge in pregnancy and whether you need a doctor's consultation to know how to treat it. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/white-discharge-sign-pregnancy_0075907/" title="Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: Reasons & How To Deal"] Different Types Of Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy When you are pregnant, you will notice an increase in your vaginal discharge, something you may have always experienced but haven’t noticed until now. Before you panic, understand that vaginal discharge is a part of pregnancy and is quite normal....
According to studies, you are the most fertile about 12 to 14 days before your next menstrual cycle. But can you get pregnant on your period? This post will give you more information in this context. The period is when the uterine lining sheds itself due to the absence of an embryo to nurture. The ovulation period is your most fertile period of the month, which comes right before your menstrual cycle. But what are the chances of getting pregnant during or after you get your periods? This question mainly arises because the time after your period is considered to be comparatively less fertile. So read on to learn more about the chances of getting pregnant after your cycle. [mj-toc] Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period? [caption id="attachment_888901" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Generally, the period phase of the menstrual cycle is less fertile, and you have negligible chances of getting pregnant. But the chances cannot be ruled out completely....
Performing a pregnancy test at home has become possible due to the availability of ready-to-use kits. These pregnancy test kits are available over the counter at pharmacies. Though you may rely on this test, you need to get several other urine tests done at the clinic throughout your pregnancy. These tests may sound annoying, but their utility ranges from confirming pregnancy to detecting developmental anomalies in the growing fetus. This post presents important information about conducting a home pregnancy test, the various urine tests required during pregnancy, and their significance for you and your baby. Click here to view an enlarged version of this infographic. [mj-toc] What Is Urine Home Pregnancy Test? During pregnancy, your placenta produces the [simple_tooltip text="human chorionic gonadotropin" tooltip="A placenta-produced hormone that supports and sustains the development of pregnancy" ] (hCG) hormone, which appears in the urine and blood about ten days after your missed period. This is the time when the fertilized egg implants in...
Frequent ultrasound images provide you with your baby’s glimpse now and then. However, you may be interested in learning more about your fetal development week by week. It can help you better understand your baby’s growth as the pregnancy progresses. This post will explain how your baby develops inside your womb, including your baby’s size, every week’s development, and their senses and feelings inside your womb. We compare the size of the growing fetus to a fruit or vegetable, giving you better perspectives of the baby’s length and weight during each week of pregnancy (1) (2). Week 1 to 3 Week one of pregnancy begins on the first day of your last period, followed by ovulation in the second week. If the egg gets fertilized within 12 to 24 hours of ovulation, then the zygote (fertilized egg) travels through the [simple_tooltip text="fallopian tube" tooltip="A hollow tube-like structure in females connecting ovaries to the uterus" ] during the third week. The...
What is urinary tract infection (UTI)? Causes and types of urinary tract infections Why are UTIs common during pregnancy? What are the signs and symptoms of UTIs during pregnancy? How is UTI diagnosed? What is the treatment for UTIs during pregnancy? How to treat a UTI during pregnancy without antibiotics? How can you prevent UTIs during pregnancy? Frequently asked questions Pregnancy may be a beautiful phase, but it has its downsides. Your immunity is usually low at this time, leaving you susceptible to infections such as the urinary tract infection or UTI. According to research, about 8% of pregnant women experience UTIs (1) that affect the kidneys, bladder and sometimes the ureter. UTI can make you highly uncomfortable, but it is treatable. Here, MomJunction tells you more about the condition and the options to deal with it. What Is Urinary Tract Infection? Urinary tract infections, also known as bladder infections (urine infection), develop when bacteria gets into the urinary tract....