What Happens If You Get Pregnant On Accutane?

What happens if you get pregnant on Accutane?

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Updated Mar 26, 2025 | 10:30 PM IST

SummaryAccutane (isotretinoin) causes severe birth defects and miscarriage risks if taken during pregnancy. Women must use reliable contraception and follow strict medical guidelines.
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If You Have Symptoms Of 'Loose Stools, Abdomen Pain' During Pregnancy, It Might Be A Medical Emergency

If You Have Symptoms Of 'Loose Stools, Abdomen Pain' During Pregnancy, It Might Be A Medical Emergency

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Updated Mar 29, 2025 | 09:55 PM IST

SummaryEctopic pregnancies occur in about 2% of all pregnancies, with over 90% implanting in the fallopian tubes. Without prompt treatment, a ruptured ectopic pregnancy can cause life-threatening internal bleeding.
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Food Insecurity During Pregnancy Could Be Linked To Higher Health Risks

Pregnancy and food insecurity

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Updated Mar 29, 2025 | 01:00 PM IST

SummaryPregnant individuals facing food insecurity have higher risks of complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. However, those receiving food assistance, mainly through WIC, did not experience the same health risks, researchers found.
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All Thanks To Cashless Payments, Less Kids Are Now Swallowing Coins

Thanks to cashless payments, less kids are swallowing coins

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Updated Mar 28, 2025 | 07:00 PM IST

Summary The decline in coin-swallowing incidents highlights an unexpected safety benefit of the shift to digital payments. While fewer children are ending up in hospitals due to swallowed coins, new dangers like button batteries and magnets remain a serious concern.
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