Pregnancy and Other Medical Conditions

• Addison's Disease and Pregnancy

As explained in this eMedTV segment, most women dealing with the combination of Addison's disease and pregnancy have uncomplicated pregnancies. This article discusses medication regimens associated with Addison's disease and pregnancy.

• Adrenal Insufficiency and Pregnancy

Adrenal insufficiency and pregnancy are conditions that can occur simultaneously. As explained in this eMedTV article, pregnant patients with adrenal insufficiency can have a trouble-free pregnancy as long as she adheres to her medication regimen.

• Asthma and Pregnancy

Asthma and pregnancy affect patients in different ways. As this eMedTV page explains in more detail, while some women experience worsening asthma symptoms, others may experience improved symptoms.

• Pregnancy and Bladder Problems

Some people lose bladder control after pregnancy, and bladder problems typically go away by themselves. This eMedTV article discusses pregnancy and bladder problems and links to other articles about urinary incontinence.

• Breast Cancer and Pregnancy

Women have special concerns regarding breast cancer, and pregnancy can make detection and treatment difficult. This eMedTV article discusses breast cancer and pregnancy in detail, including how pregnancy can affect prognosis and treatment.

• Pregnant Women With Diabetes

Uncontrolled blood sugar in pregnant women with diabetes could lead to preterm labor, a miscarriage, or birth defects. This eMedTV article describes these and other challenges faced by pregnant women with diabetes, regardless of the type.

• Epilepsy and Pregnancy

Most women with epilepsy are able to become pregnant and give birth to normal, healthy babies. This eMedTV resource provides details about epilepsy and pregnancy, including several important recommendations for those who are considering pregnancy.

• Crohn's and Pregnancy

As discussed in this eMedTV segment, pregnant women with Crohn's disease are most likely to have flare-ups in the first trimester and right after giving birth. This Web page features a discussion of Crohn's and pregnancy.

• Pregnancy and Migraines

During pregnancy, migraine treatment may oftentimes be administered differently. This article from the eMedTV library offers precautions and tips for women who are handling both pregnancy and migraines.

• Pregnancy and Multiple Sclerosis

Pregnancy and multiple sclerosis, when handled simultaneously, may be difficult to juggle. As this eMedTV page explains, since many MS drugs may have adverse affects on unborn babies, it can be difficult to deal with pregnancy and multiple sclerosis.

• Prolactinoma and Pregnancy

Careful monitoring (including MRIs) is vital for any woman dealing with both a prolactinoma and pregnancy. This eMedTV article discusses the risks involved with a prolactinoma during pregnancy and suggests ways to reduce them.

• Ulcerative Colitis and Pregnancy

For most women with ulcerative colitis, pregnancy and delivery are not affected by the disease. But as this eMedTV page explains, there appears to be a higher chance of pre-term birth or early delivery in women with ulcerative colitis and other IBDs.