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The Heart Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. About the Heart and Blood Vessels Anatomy and Function of the Heart Valves Anatomy and Function of the Electrical System Heart Transplantation© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This

Multiple Pregnancy Multiple pregnancy is a pregnancy involving more than one fetus. Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Overview of Multiple Pregnancy Symptoms and Diagnosis of Multiple Pregnancy Complications of Multiple Pregnancy Care and Management of

Breast Infections and Inflammations What is lactational mastitis? The most common type of breast infection is lactational mastitis. This happens when a person is breastfeeding. The nipples become cracked and sore. This allows bacteria from the baby's mouth to enter the ducts and

Topic Index Planning a Pregnancy Prenatal Medical Care Pregnancy Common Discomforts of Pregnancy Common Tests During Pregnancy Risks to Pregnancy Warning Signs During Pregnancy Labor and Delivery Breastfeeding Your Baby Bottle-Feeding Click on the links above to learn more about

The Pregnant Mother Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Hormones During Pregnancy Weight Gain During Pregnancy Nutrition During Pregnancy Exercise During Pregnancy Work and Pregnancy Sex During Pregnancy Sleeping During Pregnancy© 2000-2025 The StayWell

Pregnancy Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Pregnancy Overview Anatomy: Fetus in Utero The First Trimester (0 - 12 Weeks) The Second Trimester (12 - 24 Weeks) The Third Trimester (24 - 40 Weeks) The Pregnant Mother Hormones During Pregnancy Weight Gain

Hormones During Pregnancy What is the role of hormones during pregnancy? Many hormone levels are affected in the body during pregnancy. Several hormones play major roles during pregnancy. These are: Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG). This hormone is made only during

Thyroid Conditions Click on the links below to learn more about these topics. Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Postpartum Thyroiditis© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always

Thalassemia Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Alpha Thalassemia Beta Thalassemia (Cooley's Anemia)© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your

Menstrual Disorders Many menstrual conditions affect adolescent females and require the clinical care of a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. Amenorrhea Dysmenorrhea Premenstrual