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Dr. Mamta Sahu works as a consultant at various hospitals in Delhi and also manages her private practice in Noida. With over 18 years of experience in gynecology and obstetrics, she specializes in high risk pregnancies, adolescent health, fertility treatments, and menopausal problems. In Noida, she started a "Preventive Care For Young Women" program that addresses nutrition and lifestyle disorders, menstrual and reproductive health in women of 18-26 years.Dr. Sahu holds a diploma in obstetrics & gynecology and a diploma certificate in gynae endoscopy. She is an MRCOG from the UK.
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Electric blankets often reduce or even eliminate the requirement of a heater in the bedroom. These blankets can be used to either warm up the bed or keep you warm while you’re in it. However, you should be careful while using electric blankets during pregnancy since they may raise the core body temperature. Other heating devices, such as heating pads and heated water beds, should also be used with precaution during this time. Read on to learn if using an electric blanket is safe for pregnant women, how it may affect pregnancy, and what precautions you should take when using it. [mj-toc] Is It Safe To Use An Electric Blanket During Pregnancy? You may use electric blankets as long as the temperature control setting is not high. The core body temperature should not rise beyond 102°F (38.9°C). If the temperature crosses this level for more than ten minutes, then it could lead to overheating and an increased risk of dehydration...
For humans, getting bitten by a spider may lead to allergies, lesions, pus formation, and scars. However, what happens when one experiences spider bites when pregnant? While pregnant, a spider bite may cause pregnancy complications for both the mother and the baby, and the mother may experience the expected symptoms on a larger scale. Continue reading this post to know about the identification, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of spider bites in pregnancy. [mj-toc] Are Spider Bites Dangerous During Pregnancy? Most spider bites are likely to be harmless. Some spider bites such as brown recluse or black widow could lead to serious illnesses (such as [simple_tooltip text="anaphylactic shock" tooltip="A severe reaction to an allergy may be potentially fatal." ]) or death. This is regardless of pregnancy and may happen with anyone. If possible, try spider identification to spot the spider that has bit you to go for the right treatment (1). [mj_protip type="Quick tip" title="Quick tip"]If possible, take the spider that bit...
