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What Should Pregnant Women Know About STIs?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are harmful to all impacted by them, including pregnant women and their developing fetuses. Even when women aren’t pregnant, STIs should be identified and treated as quickly as possible to protect their reproductive health and prevent any lasting damage. If you’re currently pregnant and wondering whether you should receive STI testing,

Can STIs Be Treated Safely During Pregnancy?

Untreated STIs can lead to health complications like heart disease, infertility, and PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). You can pass an STI to your baby through pregnancy and childbirth. STI testing and treatment are necessary to safeguard your health and prevent the spreading of an STI to your pregnancy. At Heart of the Hills, we offer

Are There Any Risks Associated with STI Testing During Pregnancy?

Sexually transmitted diseases and infections have been on the rise for years now. Practicing safe sex and getting tested regularly has never been more essential. But what about during pregnancy? Can you contract an STI while pregnant? And does STI testing pose any risks to your pregnancy? Keep reading to learn the answers to these

Can I Get STI Testing While Pregnant?

The occurrence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has been steadily on the rise for the past few years. It’s now more important than ever for women to get their annual sexual health screenings. Even during pregnancy, it’s important to get tested regularly for STIs. We’ve gathered the highlights of what you should know about STIs

What Are The Common STIs Pregnant Women Should Be Tested For?

If you are sexually active, you need testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Testing is crucial if you are pregnant, especially if you are planning to deliver. As routine care and following CDC recommendations, your OB/GYN will likely prescribe blood testing to test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Some may also

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Why You Might Get a False-Negative Result on a Pregnancy Test

You might be hesitant to take a pregnancy test if you’re anxious about the potential result. But what happens when you’ve missed your period, taken a test, and it’s negative—yet you still feel pregnant? Can you trust it? If you really are pregnant, this is known as a false-negative result, and it can happen for

What Is the Role of Ultrasound in Monitoring High-Risk Pregnancies?

You may be overwhelmed by all the questions you have around your pregnancy, especially if you just got the news from your doctor that it’s high-risk. If you’re wondering what’s next and the role of an ultrasound in monitoring your high-risk pregnancy, keep reading. Ultrasounds are crucial for high-risk pregnancies, as they monitor the heartbeat,

Can Pregnancy Tests Detect Early Pregnancy?

While a urine pregnancy test (taken from home) can detect pregnancy as early as 10 days, a blood test can detect pregnancy even earlier as it is more sensitive to the presence of hCG than urine tests. Keep reading to learn more about the different types of pregnancy tests and when to take one. We

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