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Expectant parents must be aware of potential complications during pregnancy and labor. One of these complications is fetal distress. It is a condition that could have grave consequences if not recognized and addressed promptly. What are the signs of fetal distress?...
Timing is critical in childbirth. If complications arise during a pregnancy, the decision to induce labor or deliver the baby becomes vital. But what happens when 40 weeks come and go, and there is no sign of labor? What happens if the mother continues to be pregnant...
You expect to receive the best care possible when you or a loved one is in a hospital. You trust that the medical professionals attending to you will provide top-notch treatment and that the institution will have the necessary resources to ensure your safety. But what...
Experiencing birth trauma can be incredibly distressing for families. The joy of welcoming a new life into the world can quickly turn into a nightmare when complications arise. Understanding who is responsible for these traumas is crucial for seeking justice and...
The shortage of mental health resources is one of the major reasons for overcrowding and long wait times in North Carolina’s emergency rooms (ERs). When mental health facilities do not have enough funding or capacity, people in crisis end up in the ER. This surge of...
Medical malpractice can cast a shadow of fear and uncertainty over patients and healthcare providers. One of its most alarming forms involves surgical errors, which can have devastating and life-altering consequences. Among the most shocking of these errors is...
When a child is born, it is a moment of joy for families. However, for some, this joy is short-lived as they discover that their child has suffered a birth injury. Such injury can affect a child’s quality of life and place a major burden on their family. If your baby...
Prolonged labor is a serious complication that may occur during childbirth. Expectant mothers should know more about this condition and its potential risks. What is prolonged labor? Prolonged labor occurs when the birthing process takes significantly longer than...
Postpartum depression is a severe illness that affects many new mothers. It is a mental health condition that causes significant emotional and physical issues, both for the mother and the child. If a medical practitioner fails to diagnose or misdiagnose postpartum...
For a long time, there was a notion that pre-eclampsia could only affect pregnant women and that the “cure” for this condition was to deliver the baby. Recent studies suggest that the condition might prevail and even worsen after delivery. This may affect women who...