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Frequently Asked Questions

Can your mind trick you into thinking you are pregnant?

Yes, physical symptoms such as nausea (morning sickness) and weight gain may trick the mind to think you are pregnant.

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When do cold symptoms start in early pregnancy?

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause stuffy nose which can be mistaken as cold. However, it occurs mostly during the third trimester.

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Can the medication Effexor affect a pregnancy test result?

Venlaflaxine (effexor) can cause false positive test results. Not only this, this medication has been associated with several birth defects when taken during pregnancy.

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What does morph positive mean in a blood test?

Morph means shape or size. Additionally, morph positive means that pathologists have found atypical cells in the blood test which may indicate potential health issues.

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What are the symptoms of BV in pregnancy?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) prominent signs are that thin watery discharge from the vagina. Itching and burning sensation. Strong fish like odour especially after sex. You are advised not to neglect and show to a gynaecologist at the earliest.

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How accurate are period trackers?

Period trackers definetely help in tracking of the menstrual cycles. However, external factors such as medications, hormones and birth control pills can alter period dates which cannot be tracked via a period tracker in 70% of the cases.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024