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I: What is an incompetent cervix?

An incompetent cervix (or cervical weakness) is a condition that is diagnosed when a woman suffers ...Read more

H: What is hand, foot and mouth?

Hand, foot and mouth is a common and highly contagious disease that mainly affects children under ...Read more

G: What is the grasping reflex?

The grasping reflex is an instinctive response a newborn baby will give during the first eight weeks ...Read more

F: What is failure to thrive?

Failure to thrive is a term given to a baby or child that appears to be growing slower than most ...Read more

E: What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis is caused when cells that normally comprise the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) ...Read more

D: What is a dating scan?

The dating scan, which is normally taken at around 12 weeks of pregnancy, is used to ascertain the ...Read more

C: What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that is common in later pregnancy, and is caused when there is ...Read more

B: What is a birthing aid?

A birthing aid is a piece of apparatus that helps women to achieve an active birth and cope with the ...Read more

A: What is anaemia?

Anaemia, or iron deficiency, is caused when the levels of iron in the blood become too low. ...Read more

W: What is winding?

Winding is a technique used to help young babies expel intakes of air that are caused by feeding or ...Read more

V: What is visual disturbance?

Visual disturbance is a condition that occurs during pregnancy. It can cause problems with focus, ...Read more

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