gynecology and obstetrics
Evaluation of the Obstetric Patient
Introduction
 400 to 800 mcg (0.4 to 0. 8 mg) once a day. Folate reduces risk of neural tube defects. If women have had a fetus or infant with a neural tube defect, the recommended daily dose is 4000 mcg (4 mg). Taking folate before and after conception may also reduce the risk of other birth defects ( General reference ). Once pregnant, women require routine prenatal care to help safeguard their health and the health of the fetus. Also, evaluation is often required for symptoms and signs of illness. Common symptoms that are often pregnancy-related include Vaginal Bleeding During Early Pregnancy None Pelvic Pain During Early Pregnancy None Nausea and Vomiting During Early Pregnancy None Lower-Extremity Edema During Late Pregnancy None Specific obstetric disorders and nonobstetric disorders in pregnant woman are discussed elsewhere. Theinitial routine prenatal visitshould occur between 6 and 8 weeks gestation. Follow-up visitsshould occur at About 4-week intervals until 28 weeks 2-week intervals from 28 to 36 weeks Weekly thereafter until delivery Prenatal visits may be scheduled more frequently if risk of a poor pregnancy outcome is high or less frequently if risk is very low. Prenatal care includes Screening for disorders Taking measures to reduce fetal and maternal risks Counseling 