Why is prepregnancy care important?
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Preconception care encompasses medical attention and interventions offered to individuals or couples prior to conception.
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It aims to enhance their well-being and maximize the likelihood of a healthy pregnancy and child.
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It also minimizes potential risks and complications to a great extent.
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At the Apex Reproductive Healthcare Ltd clinic in London, Dr. Vidya offers a range of specialised preconception care services including:
Risk Assessment & Screening:
Dr. Vidya will evaluate an individual's or couple's medical background, lifestyle choices, and potential risk factors that may affect pregnancy results. This encompasses screening for genetic disorders, chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension), infectious ailments, and assessing nutritional status.
Education & Counselling:
When offering this service, Dr. Vidya educates individuals on the significance of enhancing their health before conception. This comprises guidance on adopting healthy lifestyle habits (such as diet, exercise, quitting smoking), managing chronic ailments, and deliberating reproductive plans and aspirations.
Vaccination & Medication Review:
Here, Dr. Vidya examines and revises essential vaccinations (like rubella, varicella) and evaluates the safety of medications or supplements the individual is using, making necessary adjustments to minimise pregnancy risks.
Folic Acid Supplementation:
Preconception care emphasises the importance of folic acid supplementation to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the developing fetus. Dr. Vidya will recommend the appropriate dosage after assessing your specific situation.
Management of Chronic Conditions:
For individuals coping with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or autoimmune disorders, Dr. Vidya offers care that focuses on enhancing disease management and modifying treatments to mitigate pregnancy risks.
