middot; Yes, you may find that you have an increase in leg cramps in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Get plenty of calcium (three glasses of milk or supplement) and potassium (bananas and oranges). Stretching your legs before going to bed may help relieve cramps.

middot; It is not uncommon to have yeast infections during pregnancy. If you develop a yeast infection, it is safe for you to use over-the-counter products, such as Monistat. However, if you are early in your pregnancy, before 12 weeks, use the cream externally only. After 12 weeks, it is safe to gently use the applicator internally.

Temporary blemishes need not be an embarrassment on finished portraits. Students don’t want a temporary blemish permanently displayed on their portrait. This service will soften harsh blemishes before printing. The result is a portrait far superior and much more satisfying to students and parents.

A molar pregnancy triggers the same first-trimester symptoms that a normal pregnancy does (a missed menstrual period, breast tenderness, fatigue, increased urination, morning sickness). It may be diagnosed during an early ultrasound test.

Depression is a serious illness that interferes with work, study, sleep, eating and enjoying oneself. It may appear once in a person’s life, but more often occurs several times. Depression that occurs during pregnancy or within a year after delivery is called perinatal depression. Depression after pregnancy is called postpartum depression or peripartum depression.

Diarrhea - If this occurs, increase your fluids to at least 6 to 8 glasses a day. Avoid milk or milk products until the diarrhea has resolved. Follow the BRATT diet: Bananas, Rice, Applesause, Tea, or Toast. If you obtain no relief in 24 hours of the BRATT diet, Kaopectate or Immodium may be purchased without a prescription. If the diarrhea continues for more than 48 hours, please call the office. Constipation - The best way to combat constipation is through prevention.

Overall, the most common cause (80-85%) of maternal hyperthyroidism during pregnancy is Graves’ disease (see Graves’ Disease brochure) and occurs in 1 in 1500 pregnant patients. The diagnosis of hyperthyroidism can be somewhat difficult, as 123I thyroid scanning is contraindicated during pregnancy due to the small amount of radioactivity, which can be concentrated by the baby’s thyroid. Consequently, diagnosis is based on a careful history, physical exam and laboratory testing.

Pregnancy gingivitis is most common. Here, the gums are usually red and swollen, bleed easily and become very sore or sensitive. There seems to be a direct correlation between the rise in the levels of progesterone and estrogen and the level of gingival inflammation. This increased gingival inflammation is usually first seen about the second month and reaches its maximum around the eighth month of pregnancy.

Yes. In general, acne lesions should not be picked or squeezed by the patient. In particular, inflammatory should never be squeezed. Squeezing forces infected material deeper into the skin, causing additional inflammation and possible scarring.

Absolutely not. This only makes things worse. It drives the infection deeper into the skin which may cause increased inflammation and/or scarring. Leave pimples alone. Use medications to treat the problem and avoid self-surgery. It doesn't work and it doesn't make pimples disappear faster.

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About 20% of all pregnant women experience yeast infections during pregnancy, usually near term. In fact pregnancy is the most common predisposing factor in causing Candida albicans infections. Symptoms include vaginal itching, swelling and a odorless white creamy discharge.

Most women experience cramps or mild, stabbing pains during pregnancy-the result of the stretching of muscles and ligaments that support the uterus. Unless you also have fever, bleeding or other unusual symptoms, sitting or lying in a comfortable position is advised to relieve the discomfort. During pregnancy, the hormone melanin, which tints the skin, is more active than normal. Melanin causes the linea nigra, a brown line that develops on the midline of the abdomen during pregnancy.

Becoming pregnant can be easier as you lose weight. Your menstrual cycle may become more regular. If you need to eat more while you are pregnant, the band can be loosened. After pregnancy, the band may be made tighter again and you can resume losing weight.

For most women gestational diabetes disappears immediately after delivery. However, you should have your blood sugars checked after your baby is born to make sure your levels have returned to normal. Women who had gestational diabetes during one pregnancy are at greater risk of developing it in a subsequent pregnancy. It is important that you have appropriate screening tests for gestational diabetes during future pregnancies as early as the first trimester.

Yes, you may, unless you have been directed by your physician not to (example; high risk for premature delivery). You should not start any new demanding exercises you were not doing prior to pregnancy. Your pulse rate should not go above 150 beats per minute and you should stay well hydrated. The activity should be low impact. A good rule of thumb is that you should be able to carry on a conversation while performing the exercise. Walking and swimming are good options.

More than half of pregnant women develop pregnancy gingivitis related to hormonal changes. The result is red, inflamed and tender gums that may bleed or be uncomfortable. The best way to try and prevent this is an effective oral care routine. And if you are planning to start a family go for a dental check up before you become pregnant.