I am pregnant. What precautions should I take?
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Hi doctor,
I had my periods last month and I missed my periods of this month. My urine test shows a positive pregnancy result. How to know that when I got pregnant? How long it have been that is, how many days or weeks? What are the precautions should I take now? I am living in an area where I could not get medical assistance easily. I have attached my monthly period dates for your reference. Please help.
Hi,
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According to the dates you have mentioned (attachment removed to protect patient identity), you have conceived during the last week of the month, as it was the fertile period for you, and, you are almost six plus weeks pregnant now. Please get a scan for an early pregnancy to ensure your date and fetal cardiac activity. Also, get started with Folic acid supplements with consent. Avoid having sex, lifting heavy weights and stressful exercises. Regarding food to be avoided are pineapple and papaya. Rest all vegetables and fruits you can have. Take plenty of fluids, vegetables, fruits, iron-rich foods, milk and milk products. Have a regular follow-up with your gynecologist.
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