Neurophysiological and Anatomical Changes in Pregnancy

During pregnancy, a woman’s body changes in multiple ways under the effect of hormones like Progesterone and HCG. These changes can be uncomfortable for woman, but most of the time they are normal and enable her to nourish and protect the fetus, prepare body for labour, and develop breasts for the production of milk..This book elucidates about some of the changes that occur during pregnancy in the uterus, cervix and vagina, the cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, and urinary system. Also about changes in the breasts and skin. The implications of all these pregnancy changes are critical for a health worker managing the health of pregnant women. By understanding the normal changes of pregnancy, can reassure the woman if she is concerned, and also detect and intervene more quickly if noticed any abnormalities. A basic knowledge of these changes and adaptations is also pivotal for understanding the results of laboratory tests that may be conducted at a health facility during the pregnancy. Pregnancy is a state of well-tolerated parasitosis, as the growing fetus inside womb depends totally on mother for nutrition..