The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a patented device called Hem-Avert® Perianal Stabilizer, designed for use during labour and vaginal childbirth to prevent hemorrhoids.
When Self-Administered, Women Used 30 Percent Less Analgesia During Labor
When women administer their own patient-controlled epidural analgesia (PCEA) instead of getting a continuous epidural infusion (CEI) they used less analgesic
When women administer their own patient-controlled epidural analgesia (PCEA) instead of getting a continuous epidural infusion (CEI) they used less analgesic
This device which will be available in hospitals as well as with physicians, is a boon to nearly 750,000 to 1 million women in the Unite States who suffer external hemorrhoids after vaginal childbirth.
Can Expectant Mums Use Hypnosis to Cut Labor Pain?
A trial study in England will teach expectant mothers to hypnotize themselves before giving birth as an alternative to painkillers.
A trial study in England will teach expectant mothers to hypnotize themselves before giving birth as an alternative to painkillers.
Pregnancy Complications Much More in Obese Women
A new study at Liverpool University has found that overweight pregnant women are more likely to be overdue and have more complicated births.
A new study at Liverpool University has found that overweight pregnant women are more likely to be overdue and have more complicated births.
