Re: being overweight and wanting another child

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>At Wed, 13 Jan 1999, Stefanie wrote:
>>
>>I am not pregnant yet but we would like a 3rd child soon. I have had 2
>>prior csections and trouble with them both. . I am overweight now by
about 70 lbs. >
>Stephanie-
>
>Being overweight does put you at risk for certain "bad outcomes" with
>your pregnancies. One is an increased risk of spina bifida, a condition
>where the spinal cord does not form right, leading to paralysis. Another
>is an increased risk of having a big baby, which can make labor harder,
>and lead to either a c/section, or the baby getting "stuck" while
>delivering (called shoulder dystocia). Ladies (and men) who are
>overweight have a higher chance of diabetes and blood pressure. These
>conditions can lead to a lot of pregnancy complications. Finally, if
>you needed another c/section you would be at risk of having the incision
>open up, called a scar separation, which can require weeks to months of
>packing the wound 3 times a day.
>
>Of course, none of the above may happen. It's all in the statistics and
>your individual medical history. However, check with your doctor about
>the safety of a weight loss plan. It is almost always best to lose the
>weight before getting pregnant.
>
>Good luck with everything.
>
>--
>Ashley Hill
>David Ashley Hill, M.D.
>Associate Director
>Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
>Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency
>Orlando, FL
>http://home.mpinet.net/dahmd
>
>The above is intended for general medical education,
>and is not for specific medical advice.
>I apologize, but I am unable to answer personal e-mail
>due to time constraints.

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