While women may be accustomed to the normal cycle of monthly bleeding that occurs during menstruation, bleeding during pregnancy can be worrisome. Some types of bleeding are completely normal. Some bleeding is caused by serious conditions that require medical treatment to insure the health of both the mother and baby.
Bleeding vs. Spotting
The amount of discharge can help to determine if the cause of the bleeding is normal, should be seen by a doctor, or is a medical emergency.
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Miscarriage is sadly a common occurrence that can be emotionally and physically devastating for you and your partner. But what causes a miscarriage? And can anything be done to prevent them? This article explores some of the most common causes of miscarriage and offers advice on how to reduce your risk.
Hormonal Imbalance
When the levels of progesterone and estrogen dip too low, the uterine lining breaks down, causing bleeding and leading to a miscarriage.
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There is no shortage of diet and weight loss programs available. While some of these programs provide success, for many people, failure is common practice. Excessive weight gain can be linked to a variety of diseases, and a higher mortality rate. For this reason, and many others, when you cannot get the weight off on your own, it may be time for medical intervention. Learn about some of the signs that indicate an intervention is needed.
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