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• Obesity
  |Term=Obesity ...nd treatment of diseases of the female genital organs. It also specializes in other women's health issues, such as menopause, hormonal issues, birth cont
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• Gestational hypertension
  ...nsion''' (PIH), is a condition characterized by high blood pressure during pregnancy. ..., with blood pressure ≥140/90 mm Hg, occurring after 20 weeks of gestation in a woman with previously normal blood pressure.
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• Acrochordon
  ...so known as a '''skin tag''', is a small benign tumor that forms primarily in areas where the skin forms creases, such as the neck, armpit, and groin. Th ...meaning 'end' or 'peak', and 'chordon' meaning 'cord' or 'string'. This is in reference to the small, narrow stalk (peduncle) that connects the skin tag
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• Macrosomia
  ...r. Other factors can include a previous history of macrosomia, a prolonged pregnancy, and certain genetic conditions. ...risk of [[Obesity|obesity]] and [[Type 2 diabetes|type 2 diabetes]] later in life.
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• Fetal macrosomia
  ...evious births with large babies, is carrying more than one baby, or if the pregnancy goes beyond 40 weeks. ...ar, [[jaundice]], and a higher risk of [[obesity]] and [[type 2 diabetes]] in later life.
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• Birth defects
  ...maternal health conditions, such as [[diabetes]] or [[obesity]]. However, in many cases, the exact cause of a birth defect is unknown. ...e prevented, some can be avoided by taking certain steps before and during pregnancy, such as taking [[folic acid]] supplements, avoiding certain medications an
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• Rectus sheath hematoma
  ..." is derived from the Old English "sceath," meaning a protective covering, in this case referring to the fibrous structure enclosing the rectus abdominis ...uals with certain risk factors, such as [[Pregnancy|pregnancy]], [[Obesity|obesity]], and [[Hypertension|hypertension]].
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• Weight gain
  ...sult of an increase in [[body fat]], [[muscle mass]], or excess [[fluids]] in the body. ...be intentional, as in [[bodybuilding]] or unintentional, as in cases of [[obesity]] or [[edema]].
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• Piles
  ...own as '''[[Hemorrhoids]]''' (pronounced: /ˈhɛmərɔɪdz/), are swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus. The term "Piles" is derived from th Piles can develop from increased pressure in the lower rectum due to:
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• Pelvic floor dysfunction
  ...function''' (PFD) is a medical condition that affects the group of muscles in the pelvic area. These muscles support the pelvic organs, including the bla * Pain in the pelvic region, lower back, or genitals
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• Enterocele
  .... This can occur due to various factors such as [[ageing]], [[obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[childbirth]], [[hysterectomy]], and [[chronic constipation]]. ...er back pain, a bulge in the vagina, and problems with sexual intercourse. In severe cases, it can lead to [[urinary incontinence]] and [[fecal incontine
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• Venous thrombosis
  ...medical condition characterized by the formation of blood clots (thrombi) in the veins. Venous thrombosis is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, usually in the deep veins of the leg, thigh, or pelvis. This condition is also known a
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• Visceroptosis
  ...n occur due to a variety of reasons including [[ageing]], [[pregnancy]], [[obesity]], or as a result of certain [[surgical procedures]]. ...nclude [[abdominal pain]], [[bloating]], [[constipation]], and [[nausea]]. In severe cases, it can lead to complications such as [[gastrointestinal obstr
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• Lipedema
  ...medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat cells in the legs, thighs, and buttocks. The term "Lipedema" is derived from the Gre ...tom of [[Lipedema]] is the disproportionate accumulation of fat, typically in the lower body. This can lead to a variety of physical and emotional discom
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• Pulmonary embolism
  ...nary embolism usually occurs when a blood clot breaks loose in a deep vein in the leg or pelvis and travels through the blood to the lungs.  ...nancy and childbirth, prolonged periods of inactivity, older age, smoking, obesity, and a family history of blood clots or pulmonary embolism {{dictionary-stu
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• Chronic Venous Insufficiency
  * [[Edema]] or swelling in the legs or ankles * Changes in skin color, particularly around the ankles
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• Stress incontinence
  ...withstand the pressure exerted on it during certain activities, resulting in urine leakage. ...se, or surgery. It can also be a result of certain medical conditions like obesity or chronic coughing that put constant pressure on the bladder and pelvic mu
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• Medicalization
  ...lly in terms of illnesses, disorders, or syndromes. The term is often used in a critical context. The term "medicalization" was first used in a sociological context in the 1970s, to denote the process of making something medical. The term is a
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• Ventral hernia
  ...organ, intestine, or fatty tissue protrudes through a defect or weak spot in the abdominal wall. The term "ventral" is derived from the Latin word "vent ...ia]]''' - This occurs between the navel and the lower part of the rib cage in the midline of the abdomen.
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• Birth weight
  ...weɪt/) is the body weight of a baby at its birth. The average birth weight in babies of European heritage is approximately 3.5 kilograms (7.7 lb), though ...ors can affect a baby's birth weight, including the mother's health during pregnancy, the mother's weight, whether the mother used tobacco or alcohol, the paren
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