Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)

When a pregnant person is older, there can be a higher chance of problems like high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, and complications during labor.

Vomiting and diarrhea during pregnancy can be caused by common infections, food poisoning, or pregnancy-related conditions like hyperemesis gravidarum. It’s important to contact your healthcare provider if symptoms become severe or lead to dehydration.

Bloating during pregnancy is often caused by changes in hormones that slow down digestion, and it can be helped by making a few gentle lifestyle and dietary changes.

Frequent nighttime urination during pregnancy is common due to your growing uterus pressing on your bladder and changes in your body that increase urine production. These normal shifts help prepare your body for your baby’s arrival.

Morning sickness is thought to be caused by the changes in hormones during early pregnancy, and it can be eased by eating small, frequent meals, staying well-hydrated, and using safe remedies like ginger or vitamin B6 after talking to your doctor.

Headaches and nausea during pregnancy can happen because of normal changes in hormone levels and blood flow, and sometimes they are related to migraine or other conditions triggered by smells.

An abdominal lump during pregnancy can be caused by benign tumors like abdominal wall desmoid tumors, cysts related to maternal or fetal tissues, or other soft tissue masses. If you notice a lump, it’s important to have it evaluated by your healthcare provider.

A late period can be caused by many things besides pregnancy, such as stress, hormonal imbalances, significant weight changes, or underlying health conditions.

A late period with brown spotting when you wipe can be due to minor hormonal changes, old blood from a delayed or beginning period, or even early changes in a pregnancy. It’s best to monitor your symptoms, get a pregnancy test if sexually active, and speak with a healthcare provider if you’re concerned.

Extreme fatigue before your period is often linked to the natural hormone changes of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or, in some cases, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). These shifts can make you feel very tired, sometimes along with other symptoms like mood swings or sleep problems.

In pregnancy, lower right abdominal pain near the hip bone can be related to changes in your muscles and joints or could be a sign of a more serious condition, like appendicitis.

Sudden episodes of extreme fatigue during pregnancy can be due to normal hormonal changes, anemia, or more serious conditions. It’s best to talk with your healthcare provider if you feel overly tired or if the fatigue comes on suddenly.

Sudden extreme fatigue and body aches during pregnancy can happen because of normal changes like hormonal shifts and muscle adjustments, but they may also signal issues like anemia or another underlying condition.

Vomiting yellow bitter liquid during pregnancy usually means your body is releasing bile, which is common when your stomach is empty. However, if it happens often or you feel very ill, it's important to talk with your healthcare provider.

A chemical pregnancy is an early loss of a fertilized egg, where pregnancy hormones show a positive test but no growing embryo is detected. It is diagnosed by monitoring hCG hormone levels and confirming with an ultrasound.

A late period is usually when your menstrual cycle is more than 7 days past the expected date. You should be concerned if this happens repeatedly or if you experience other unusual symptoms. If sexually active it's important to start with a pregnancy test.

"Pregnancy nose" is a term used to describe the nasal congestion and runny nose that many pregnant people experience due to hormonal changes. It occurs because the increased levels of hormones cause swelling in the nasal tissues.

A numb feeling in the upper right abdomen during pregnancy might be caused by changes in the nerves, such as irritation or compression, as the body adjusts to pregnancy.

A stomach ache after eating during pregnancy can be caused by common issues like heartburn or indigestion due to hormonal changes, but other problems like gallbladder issues or constipation can also be factors.

Pain in the lower right abdomen after a hysterectomy can come from a few causes, including nerve injury, scar tissue (adhesions), or other complications that might affect nearby organs.