PREGNANCY

Pregnancy is one of the milestones in womans life.
The proper assistance of specialized gynecologist-obstetrician is essential for the successful outcome of pregnancy.Pregnant woman has to be in regular contact with her obstetrician,in order to follow not only his medical advice,but also his instructions about her diet,exercise and other everyday activities.

FIRST VISIT TO OBSTETRICIAN

When you miss period,you have to do pregnancy test to confirm,that you are pregnant.If your pregnancy test is positive,you have to schedule your medical examination.
The proper time for your first visit to obstetrician is 7-15 days after the missed period.You will have your first (intravaginal) ultrasound and confirm your pregnancy is normal( intrauterine).Your doctor will give you instructions about your prenatal examinations .You will have also your PAP smear and vaginal smear(examination of vaginal secretions).
Your doctor will give you instructions for your everyday activities(diet,exercise,work).
It is essential to follow your doctors instructions and not to skip tests,which are important for your health and the health of your baby.

1st TRIMESTER TESTS

Prenatal blood and urine tests
PAP smear and vaginal smear
Nuchal translucency and PAPP-A
Ultrasound every four weeks (monitoring of your baby ΄s development)

2nd TRIMESTER

Ultrasound in 21-23 weeks of pregnancy( anatomy scan)
Cervical length measurement
Glucose tolerance test
Ultrasound every 4 weeks
3rd TRIMESTER
Doppler test
CTG monitoring
Ultrasound every 15 days during the last month of pregnancy

3rd TRIMESTER

Doppler test

CTG monitoring

Ultrasound every 15 days during the last month of pregnancy