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Common physical discomforts of pregnancy

A Biringer

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |January 22, 2011
    PubMed

    Although pregnancy is a time of health, the physiologic changes of pregnancy often bring discomfort. The family physician is ideally placed to normalize the pregnant woman's experience and to suggest remedies. This article examines several of the commonly experienced discomforts of pregnancy, places them in the context of maternal physiology, and offers specific suggestions for alleviating symptoms. By providing information, discussion, and reassurance, the family doctor can decrease the pregnant woman's anxiety and help her enjoy her pregnancy.

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