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- 35 Years
- 10/05/2022
Who is at high risk for developing gestational diabetes?
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Risk factors include being overweight or obese, not being physically active, having prediabetes/ gestational diabetes during a previous pregnancy/ polycystic ovary syndrome/ an immediate family member with diabetes/ previously delivered a baby weighing more than 9 pounds (4.1 kilograms) and being of a certain race or ethnicity, such as Black, Hispanic, American Indian and Asian American.
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
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I'm dealing with some itching and dryness around my vaginal area and inner thighs, and it's been going on for about a month now. I'm trying to figure out whether I should see a dermatologist, a urologist, or a general physician about this. Could you guide me on who would be the best specialist to consult for these symptoms?
That could be fungal infection,u need to take oral and topical antifungal medications,visit Dermatologist for appropriate management,maintain personal hygiene to avoid recurrence.
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I'm really anxious about making sure everything's safe before getting married and I want to be extra careful about not getting pregnant right now. Could you give me some advice on what precautions we should take? And, just in case, if I do end up getting pregnant, what should I do next? I'm really looking for some guidance here.
For premarital safe sex and pregnancy prevention, consider the following: use condoms (malefemale) consistently and correctly, explore other contraceptive methods like birth control pills, patches, rings, or IUDs after consulting a healthcare provider; if pregnancy occurs unintentionally, options include: 1) continuing the pregnancy and preparing for parenthood, 2) adoption, or 3) medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) within the legal timeframe and under medical guidance; prioritize open communication, mutual respect, and informed decision-making with your partner.
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