Why do they induce at 39 weeks with gestational diabetes?

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Sometimes early delivery may be recommended because the baby is large.

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Why was Essure discontinued?

Reports of serious side effects with the device, including persistent pain, development of a hole in the uterus or fallopian tubes, and movement of the device from the fallopian tubes into the pelvis or abdomen.

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I'm curious about how long an HCG 5000 shot stays in the body. Also, I'm wondering how many days I should wait before taking a pregnancy test after getting the shot. Do you think it's okay if I take the test 15 days after the shot?

It stays for upto 2-3 days,for taking pregnancy test follow your doctors advice

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Can periods just stop at 49?

Menopause is the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles. It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in India.

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