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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Answered 04/07/2025

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Why does sperm make me smell fishy?

It might be a sign of infection

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I'm kind of worried because my friend had unprotected sex with her boyfriend yesterday around 5 pm. Here's what's making her nervous her boyfriend masturbated and ejaculated first, and then just a few minutes later, like 3 to 5 minutes, they had sex. He wiped off his penis with a cloth before they did it, and this time he didnt ejaculate during or after sex. But she's freaked out there could be a chance of getting pregnant because of potential pre-cum. She's debating whether she should take the i-pill, but isn't sure if it's necessary. If she does take it, what should she expect in terms of side effects? It's her first time dealing with all this.

There is minimal risk of you becoming pregnant,better have a openion with Gynaecologsit

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I've been diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy at 6 weeks and my doctor prescribed a 100mg Methotrexate injection, which I took today around 4pm. Since then, I've had constant but bearable pain is this normal? I really want to avoid surgery. Can I take any painkillers for this? Would appreciate your advice.

It usually results in faster recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring.

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