 | Impacting at least 5 to 8 percent of all pregnancies, pre-eclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure, swelling caused by fluid retention, and loss of protein in the urine. Its potentially fatal symptoms can progress quickly, making this condition a leading cause of maternal death. |
Pregnancy and asthma can be a dangerous mix. If you're pregnant and an asthma sufferer, take special care to prevent asthma attacks, particularly in your first trimester, researchers say. Asthma flare-ups during pregnancy significantly raise the risk of birth defects in your baby. By Deirdre Wilson |
 | Chicken pox symptoms and pregnancy simply don't mix. By LuAnn Schindler |
 | There are five common reasons for a miscarriage, and in most cases proper medical care can help you carry future pregnancies to term. By Maeve Rich |
Twin miscarriage and multiple miscarriages are a bit more common than single-infant miscarriages, in part because certain risks are magnified by multiple fetuses. By Maeve Rich |
Get an overview of miscarriage symptoms during the early and late stages of pregnancy. By Maeve Rich |
Knowing the signs of miscarriage can help you get prompt medical attention, although there's little that can be done in some cases. By Maeve Rich |
A misdiagnosed miscarriage is rare, but there are some situations that make it more likely. Learn about the potential causes of a misdiagnosis and the importance of getting a second opinion. By Maeve Rich |
Vanishing Twin Syndrome is a bit of a medical mystery. What begins as a twin pregnancy ends as a single birth, often with no signs of miscarriage. By Maeve Rich |
| Repeat miscarriages occur in about 25% of women who have previously had a miscarriage. This isn't much higher than the statistical average for women as a whole, and there are some steps you can take to improve your chances of a full-term pregnancy. By Maeve Rich |
