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I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis recently. I am taking Methotrexate, Sulfasalazine, Hydroxychloroquine and Prednisolone. I was advised to postpone pregnancy for one year. The doctor told me to take pills or use a condom. I am newly …
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I came across a message in the social media that pregnant mothers should not take folic acid. It is given for mothers to increase the baby’s weight. Then the doctors will say that the baby is too big …
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Here in Sri Lanka, every pregnant mother is given iron tablets. Is it necessary to take? How can we meet the iron requirement with natural foods?
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Haemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells. Its main …
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Folic acid tablet is given to pregnant mothers in our country. Why do pregnant mothers need to take folic acid?
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Folate is a vitamin, also known as vitamin B9. The man-made form of folate is known as …
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My wife is expecting her third baby. First two children were delivered by Caesarean operation. She wants to go for normal delivery this time. Is there any doctor who can support her decision in private sector or government …