Pregnancy and Smoking

Pregnancy and smoking don’t’ really go along with each other.  Smoking itself is already harmful to your health, what more if you are pregnant?
Cigarettes contain harmful ingredients like nicotine, carbon monoxide and tar.  It is known that smoking affects the fertility in both men and women.  Moreover, it significantly increases the risk of pregnancy complications, some of which can be serious for the mother or the baby.

What are the dangers of smoking in pregnancy?

Miscarriage and stillbirth
According to the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), smoking raises the likelihood of both early miscarriage and stillbirth. The dangerous chemicals in cigarettes are often to blame.  Other complications from smoking can lead to problems with the placenta or slow fetal development. These issues can also cause a miscarriage or stillbirth.

Preterm birth
Smoking during pregnancy can cause preterm birth, according to CDC. When the baby is born earlier than the expected delivery date, there are several health risk associated with it:
visual and hearing impairments
mental disability
learning and behavioral problems
complications that could result in death
 
Placenta previa
Placenta Previa is a condition where the placenta lies low in the uterus and partially or completely covers the cervix.  It can cause severe bleeding during pregnancy and delivery
 
Birth defects
The risk of your baby being born with birth defects increases when you smoke during pregnancy. Congenital heart defects and problems with the structure of the heart are the most common ones. Other health issues include cleft lip and cleft palate.

Low birth weight
Low birth weight doesn’t only mean baby being born small but also leads to health problems and disabilities.  In this time of medical advancement, deaths due to low birth weight has decreased but may still lead to developmental delay, hearing or vision impairments or cerebral palsy.

 

Feto Maternal & Genetyx Center is a highly reputed fetal medicine specialist center offering expert prenatal care. Our German & French Board certified doctors are always available to support you with professional care.

Please contact us on +9714 3604040 
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What Do You Need To Know About Chromosomal Disorders?

Human chromosomes have a defined number and structure. Any deviation from this is considered a chromosomal disorder.Genetic testing should be considered by those who are planning to conceive a child, especially if there is a family history of genetic disorders. It usually occurs during cell division, and can begin in the egg or sperm, or the embryo or be inherited from the parent.

Types of abnormalities:

Numerical chromosome abnormalities are more common, and if the deviation from normal karyotype is small, full term pregnancy can be supported. A few examples are the Down’s syndrome, Edward’s and Patau syndrome. Structural abnormalities can occur in various forms, with sections of chromosomes being added or deleted. Structural abnormalities are much more rare in occurrence. 

At Feto Maternal & Genetyx Center, we offer various scans, invasive and non invasive tests, in addition to genetic tests performed in association with reputed laboratories in Germany and U.K. 

Our Fetal Medicine Specialists performs the Nuchal Translucency Scan, as well as the CVS (Chorionic Villus Sampling) and Amniocentesis invasive tests. We also offer the NIPT (Non Invasive Prenatal Test) which is ablood test, and tests for the three trisomies, Trisomy 13(Patau Syndrome), 18(Edward Syndrome) and 21 (Down Syndrome), along with consultation with the Medical Genetist.

The Difference Between Radiology and Fetal Medicine Ultrasound

Radiology is the specialty which makes use of medical imaging for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, and is performed by radiologists. Fetal Medicine is a branch of medicine that deals specially with the care of the mother and child. Ultrasounds are used in fetal medicine as it is considered to be safer, and no ionizing radiation is used. The progress of the pregnancy can be assessed in detail, giving special attention to early detection of abnormalities without the worry of tissue damage or any other adverse effect to the baby.

Fetal medicine ultrasounds are best performed by Fetal Medicine Specialists. They are obstetrician/gynaecology doctors, who have had additional years of training in assessment and handling of high risk pregnancies. They are therefore more qualified than radiologists in the detection of chromosomal abnormalities. Fetal medicine specialists are trained in -

• Obstetric scans – Nuchal Translucency Scan, Morphology/ Anomaly (Detailed Organ Scan, Fetal Growth and Doppler Scan, Fetal Echo Cardiography
• In performing invasive tests - CVS (Chorionic Villi Sampling), Amniocentesis and Cordocentesis
• Management of high risk pregnancies.

At Feto Maternal & Genetyx Center, Dubai, all scans are performed by our Fetal Medicine Specialist, who has over 20 years of experience in the field, using advanced technology and ultrasound machines. We encourage patients to visit our center for the expert opinion only a fetal medicine specialist can give. 

Stretch Marks in Pregnancy

The rippled lines on your skin, which can form in different colors (ranging from bluish pink to brown), are quite common in pregnancy. Though it concerns many mothers, other than the visual appeal, there is no cause for concern for the baby. It happens due to several factors like hormonal changes in the body, and depends to a certain degree on genetics.

Stretch marks or striae gravidarum occurs mostly on the tummy area, but can also affect the upper thighs, hips and/or breasts.

It’s not always possible to prevent stretch marks, but it does help to have a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight gain.

Many creams and lotions on the market claim to help with stretch marks, but there is no concrete evidence for the same.

Laser and other cosmetic treatments are known to improve the appearance of stretch marks. The good news is that these marks naturally fade to a light pink/ grey color over time, though they will never completely go away.

It is always best to accept this is a natural change in your body as part of your beautiful journey through pregnancy.

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Fetal Medicine Center is The Best Prenatal Care Clinic - Read This Blog and Know Why?

How do you know you are on one of the best prenatal care clinics in the UAE?

• Clinical services are provided by only qualified Physicians and other medical practitioners.  The clinic has complete manpower for your prenatal care.  There are OBGYN experienced registered nurses, a Consultant Medical Geneticist, Obstetricians and Fetal Medicine Specialists.
• The clinic is equipped with latest technology equipment, software and partners only with the best laboratories in and out of the UAE.
• The clinic collaborates only with the best tertiary hospitals.
• The clinic is strategically located at the heart of Dubai and the center of medical healthcare, Dubai Health Care City.
• The clinic premises is pregnant women friendly

All the above mentioned describe Feto Maternal and GenetYX Center.

Best Pregnancy Tests from Feto Maternal and Genetyx Center

Feto Maternal and Genetyx Center provides the best tests available for your pregnancy. The center specializes in special scan for pregnancy for early and easy detection of fetal malformations or chromosomal aberrations. The center is equipped with a pool of highly trained and experienced Physicians who are European Board.  The center has high technology equipment and partner with only best the laboratories in the UAE and abroad to check for sick baby symptoms, genetic blood disorders like sickle cell anemia and sickle cell diseases and the like.

The Feto Maternal and Genetyx Center carry out routine obstetric ultrasound scans in addition to fetal medicine related examinations and other services like invasive, non-invasive, cancer genetic testings and all other genetic services for earlier detection of diseases.

At Feto Meternal and GenetYX Center, only Fetal Medicine Specialists perform the examinations such as viability or a Dating scan, Nuchal translucency, Cervical assessment scans, routine anomaly scans, fetal heart echocardiography, Fetal growth and Doppler scans.

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What are the exercise routines recommended and safe during pregnancy?

What are the exercise routines recommended and safe during pregnancy?

Obstetricians suggest that expecting mothers get at least 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise per day, most days of the week.

What counts in that 30 minutes?

·     Three 10-minute walks throughout the day are just as important as 30 minutes on the treadmill or bike at the gym. 

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    Swimming is a particularly good exercise in pregnancy, as the water helps to support your extra weight. This can be a huge relief, especially in the third trimester. And unlike other forms of exercise, swimming helps you to feel cool.

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     Moderate jogging starting early in pregnancy can help you avoid excess weight gain and keep you in shape for labor in a few short months.

          

   

    Elliptical use while pregnant provides a low-impact cardiovascular workout while toning muscles. 

    Indoor Cycling - The best thing about this is that the bike supports your weight, so there is less stress on your body. A stationary bike is a great exercise because there is a low risk of falling.

    Yoga has a long-standing reputation for relieving stress and pressure on your body. Most forms of yoga will be safe for you and your baby. There are special classes for pregnant women. Avoid lying flat on your back for extended periods of time and try not to overstretch.

    Low impact Aerobics is great for your heart and lungs and improves muscle strength. It is safe to do and can help you to have a healthier pregnancy. 

    Pilates strengthens your tummy, back and pelvic floor muscles, which are the areas that can cause problems during pregnancy and after the birth. So, it's a great exercise to do when you're pregnant, although some of the exercises will need to be modified as you get nearer your due date. 

      Light Weightlifting is a great way to stay fit during pregnancy—as long as you stay within certain limits.  Exercising during pregnancy, including weight training, comes with many benefits, such as help with labor and delivery, with improving your stamina.

Most exercises are safe to perform during pregnancy, as long as you exercise with caution and do not overdo it.  Make sure to consult your obstetrician prior to starting your exercise routines.  It should be noted that each pregnancy differs from one another.

Feto Maternal & Genetyx Center is highly reputed fetal medicine specialist center offering expert prenatal care. Our German Board-certified doctors are always available to support you with professional care.

Please contact us on +9714 3604040/ Whatsapp:  +97155 9025744/www.fetalmedicine.ae