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Noninfected children of HIV-positive mothers have high rates of obesity
NEW ORLEANS – Obesity and reactive airway disease are more prevalent in noninfected children of HIV-positive mothers.
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Valproate, topiramate prescribed in young women despite known teratogenicity risks
These findings suggest a lack of awareness of the teratogenic risks of valproate and topiramate on the part of physicians and patients.
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AGA publishes care pathway for IBD in pregnancy
Aminosalicylates, biologics, and immunomodulators can be continued during pregnancy and delivery.
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No birth rate gains from levothyroxine in pregnancy
Levothyroxine treatment for women with thyroid peroxidase antibiotics before conception does not appear to increase the live birth rate.
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Survey of MS patients reveals numerous pregnancy-related concerns
DALLAS – Of those who became pregnant following diagnosis, 20% reported postpartum depression or anxiety.
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Poor asthma control during pregnancy trims live birth rate
SAN FRANCISCO – Pregnant women with poorly-controlled asthma had fewer live births, increased preterm deliveries,...
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No increased pregnancy loss risk for women conceiving soon after stillbirth
There was no significantly increased risk of stillbirth, preterm birth, or small-for-gestational-age birth in the next pregnancy for women who...
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Many common dermatologic drugs can be safely used during pregnancy
WASHINGTON – With some caution, it’s possible to continue agents for psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and pemphigus.
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Combination model predicts imminent preeclampsia
At 35-36 weeks’ gestation, a triple test bested PlGF alone and the sFLT/PlGF ratio for predicting preeclampsia.
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Sildenafil associated with persistent pulmonary hypertension in neonates with early IUGR
LAs VEGAS – “Our recommendation is not to use sildenafil for this indication in pregnant women,” said Dr. Anouk Pels...