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MATERNAL
HEALTH
CONCERNS
OVERVIEW
 Stages of Maternal Health Concerns
 Pre-pregnancy
 During pregnancy
 Post pregnancy
 Ten Facts on Maternal Health
MATERNAL HEALTH
 The health of women during pregnancy,
childbirth, and the post partum period.
 It encompasses the health care
dimensions of family planning,
preconception, and post natal care in order
to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
STAGES OF
MATERNAL
HEALTH
CONCERNS
PRE-PREGNANCY
Complications/Disorders
BLIGHTED OVUM
PRE-PREGNANCY
BLIGHTED OVUM
 Happens when a fertilized egg implants
in the uterus does not develop into an
embryo
 Also known as anembryonic pregnancy
PRE-PREGNANCY
BLIGHTED OVUM: Signs and Symptoms
 Abdominal Cramps
 Vaginal spotting or bleeding
 A period that is heavier than usual
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
PRE-PREGNANCY
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
 Happens when fertilized egg
remains in the fallopian tube
 Also known as tubal pregnancy
PRE-PREGNANCY
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Signs and Symptoms
 Light vaginal bleeding
 Nausea and vomiting with pain
 Lower abdominal pain
 Sharp abdominal cramps
 Pain in one side of the body
PRE-PREGNANCY
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Signs and Symptoms
 Dizziness or weakness
 Pain in shoulder, neck, or rectum
 If the fallopian tube ruptures, the pain and
bleeding could be severe enough to cause
fainting
PRE-PREGNANCY
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Treatment
 Removal of fallopian tube, ovary, or both
 Laparoscopic surgery
 Medication that stops the growth of pregnancy
tissue
POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
PRE-PREGNANCY
POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME (PCOS)
 A common endocrine system disorder
among women of reproductive age
 Women with PCOS have enlarged ovaries
containing small collections of fluid
PRE-PREGNANCY
PCOS: Signs and Symptoms
 Infrequent or prolonged menstrual period
 Excess hair growth
 Acne
 Obesity
 In adolescents, infrequent or absent menstruation
may raise suspicion for the condition
PRE-PREGNANCY
PCOS: Treatment
 Early diagnosis and treatment
 Weight loss
MYOMA
PRE-PREGNANCY
MYOMA
 The most common benign tumors
in women
 Also known as uterine fibroids
PRE-PREGNANCY
MYOMA: Signs and Symptoms
 Cramps
 Abdominal pain
 Heavy menstrual bleeding
 Anemia
 Frequent urination
 Constipation
 Distended stomach
PRE-PREGNANCY
MYOMA: Treatment
 Hysterectomy
 ExAblate which used focused
ultrasound waves
DURING
PREGNANCY
DURING PREGNANCY
PREECLAMPSIA
 Formerly known as toxemia
 A condition that pregnant women develop
marked by high blood pressure and who
have not previously experienced high blood
pressure before.
DURING PREGNANCY
PREECLAMPSIA
 Preeclamptic women will have a high level
of protein in their urine and often have
swelling in their feet, legs, and hands.
 It can lead to eclampsia which can put the
mother and baby at risk
DURING PREGNANCY
PREECLAMPSIA: Signs and Symptoms
 Rapid weight gain
 Abdominal pain
 Severe headache
 Change in reflexes
 Reduced urinating or no urine output
 Dizziness
 Excessive vomiting and nausea
 Vision changes
DURING PREGNANCY
PLACENTA PREVIA
 A condition that occurs during pregnancy when
the placenta is abnormally placed, and partially
covers the cervix
 Types:
1. Low-lying placenta
2. Partial placenta previa
3. Total placenta previa
DURING PREGNANCY
GESTATIONAL DIABETES
MELLITUS (GDM)
 Happens when the body cannot
effectively process sugar and starch
leading to high blood sugar levels in
the bloodstream
POST
PREGNANCY
POST PREGNANCY
 Post-partum disorder and sepsis
occur after giving birth
 Postnatal period is the most critical
and yet most neglected phase in
the lives of mothers and the babies
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL
HEALTH
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
ONE
Nearly 30 women die everyday
due to complications during
pregnancy and childbirth.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
TWO
Women die in pregnancy and childbirth
for five main reasons namely severe
bleeding, infections, unsafe abortions,
hypertensive disorders, and medical
complications.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
THREE
More than 135 million women
give birth per year.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
FOUR
About 16 million girls aged
between 15 and 19 give birth
each year.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
FIVE
Maternal health mirrors the
gap between the rich and the
poor.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
SIX
Most maternal deaths can be
prevented.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
SEVEN
Many women do not see a
skilled health professionals
enough during pregnancy.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
EIGHT
About 22 million abortions
continue to be performed
unsafely each year.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
NINE
Reducing maternal mortality
ration has been slow.
TEN FACTS ON
MATERNAL HEALTH
TEN
Lack of skilled care is the main
obstacle to better health for
mothers.

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