What causes a baby to stop growing in the womb?

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Dr Chandra P

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The most common cause is a problem in the placenta (the tissue that carries food and blood to the baby). Birth defects and genetic disorders can cause IUGR. If the mother has an infection, high blood pressure, is smoking, or drinking too much alcohol or abusing drugs, her baby might have IUGR.

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I'm taking Primolut N to postpone my period because of some work situations. It's my second day on it, and I've noticed a little bit of pinkish discharge. Is that something to be concerned about?

Yes its normal,no need to worry

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I'm looking for some advice on how to prevent pregnancy without using condoms. Are there any natural methods or other options I could consider? I'm hoping for some quick suggestions.

You can use semen withdrawal method for that if suitable. Avoid physical relation during ovulatory phase of menstrual cycle.

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My sister recently had a blood test to check for pregnancy, and the results showed her beta HCG level is 57722 mlUml. Could you help me understand what this means?

the high beta hcg values indicates she is pregnant of around 6 weeks . confirm with ultrasonography

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