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HAVING A HEALTHY

Warning Signs During Pregnancy

PREGNANCY

Call your health care provider at once (or seek emergency care) if you experience: • Bleeding from nipples, rectum, bladder, or coughing up blood • Any vaginal bleeding (except a small amount after a pelvic exam) • Swelling of hands or face

• Abdominal pain not relieved by heat, rest or bowel movement • Chills or fever over 100ºF • Vomiting that won’t stop • Painful or burning urination • Decrease in movement by your baby

• Dimness or blurring of vision • Severe headaches or ones that won’t go away

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