Your unborn baby is usually surrounded by fluid, commonly known as ‘waters’. The waters are contained in a sac medically called membranes. Normally, the waters break shortly before or during labor. If this happens at less than 37 weeks of pregnancy before labor ensues, it is referred to as preterm premature rupture of membranes. Two out of every 100 pregnant women experience premature breakage of their waters.
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Since the completion of sequencing of the human genome in 2001, advances in genetic technologies have led to identification of various gene variations that are associated with complex diseases. The consequent effect has been popularization of individual genetic testing in attempts to quantify future risks of certain diseases. But ample controversy still exists in scientific corridors about the usefulness of personalized genetic tests in a public health setting.
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Facilities providing women’s healthcare are so varied in many aspects. One of the main variations is the size of facilities, they are either big or small, with a few in between. There is a tendency to want to have your care in the biggest of facilities for various reasons. Is this always better, or could you have equivalent or better care in smaller facilities?
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I delivered my baby 5 weeks ago. How long should I wait before I resume sexual activity? Strictly speaking, there is no defined standard period of time that should elapse before resumption of sexual intercourse after delivery. However, several factors may influence the timing of resuming sexual activity. Your preference and individual circumstances are the most important factors, rather than any arbitrary constraints to your own desires.
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Almost every organ in the female body experiences some changes during pregnancy. Most of such changes are necessary in order to accommodate the developing pregnancy.
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