What Are The Precautions To Be Taken During First Pregnancy?

Posted on Mon, 8 Dec 2014

Question: this is an obgyn question. i think I am pregnant. what do I need to do to stay healthy. I am 44 years old. I am healthy. this would be my first child. I think I am in first week. my ovulation day was last thursday

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
precautions advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello, I understand your health concerns.
You need to confirm pregnancy at first place by doing a urine pregnancy test on the day of your missed period which will be on coming Thursday.
If found positive then visit a gynecologist for examination and tests.
You need to take extra care as your age is 44 which can lead to various problems like deranged sugar levels and high blood pressure.
In general drink plenty of water and take lots of fruits and green leafy vegetables.
Avoid heavy work and take ample rest daily.
Take folic acid tablet daily and visit your gynecologist at regular intervals.
In case you have any questions you can also directly contact me on health care magic on http://bit.ly/drmanishajain

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