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What Are The Medical Tests To Be Done For A Pregnant Woman?

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Posted on Thu, 4 Aug 2016
Question: Hi,

My wife just undergone through a test (PregaNews) and we came to know that she is pregnant. So I need expert advice how we should move forward in terms of medical check ups, precautions, daily routine and diet.

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Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (36 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
She should start taking folic acid.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Congratulations on her pregnancy announcement !
She should consult a Gynecologist and start taking
folic acid tablet daily,blood pressure monitoring.
Get her pelvic ultrasound at 5 weeks -7 weeks to see foetal well being and heartbeat.
She should take balanced and healthy diet, take 2 hours afternoon sleep and 8 hours night sleep.
She should get her basic blood test done like Hb,blood sugar, thyroid profile etc.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck.
Regards
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What Are The Medical Tests To Be Done For A Pregnant Woman?

Brief Answer: She should start taking folic acid. Detailed Answer: Hello dear, Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Congratulations on her pregnancy announcement ! She should consult a Gynecologist and start taking folic acid tablet daily,blood pressure monitoring. Get her pelvic ultrasound at 5 weeks -7 weeks to see foetal well being and heartbeat. She should take balanced and healthy diet, take 2 hours afternoon sleep and 8 hours night sleep. She should get her basic blood test done like Hb,blood sugar, thyroid profile etc. Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information. Good luck. Regards