This document outlines stages of maternal health concerns from pre-pregnancy through post-pregnancy and discusses various complications that can occur at each stage. It covers pre-pregnancy disorders like blighted ovum and ectopic pregnancy. During pregnancy it discusses preeclampsia, placental previa, and gestational diabetes. Post-pregnancy concerns include post-partum disorders and sepsis. It also provides 10 facts on maternal health issues globally.

2.  Stages of Maternal Health Concerns
 Pre-pregnancy
 During pregnancy
 Post pregnancy
 Ten Facts on Maternal Health

3.  The health of women during pregnancy,
childbirth, and the post partum period.
 It encompasses the health care
dimensions of family planning,
preconception, and post natal care in order
to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.

5. PRE-PREGNANCY
Complications/Disorders

6. BLIGHTED OVUM
 Happens when a fertilized egg implants
in the uterus does not develop into an
embryo
 Also known as anembryonic pregnancy

7. BLIGHTED OVUM: Signs and Symptoms
 Abdominal Cramps
 Vaginal spotting or bleeding
 A period that is heavier than usual

8. ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
 Happens when fertilized egg
remains in the fallopian tube
 Also known as tubal pregnancy

9. ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Signs and Symptoms
 Light vaginal bleeding
 Nausea and vomiting with pain
 Lower abdominal pain
 Sharp abdominal cramps
 Pain in one side of the body

10. ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Signs and Symptoms
 Dizziness or weakness
 Pain in shoulder, neck, or rectum
 If the fallopian tube ruptures, the pain and
bleeding could be severe enough to cause
fainting

11. ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: Treatment
 Removal of fallopian tube, ovary, or both
 Laparoscopic surgery
 Medication that stops the growth of pregnancy
tissue

12. POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME (PCOS)
 A common endocrine system disorder
among women of reproductive age
 Women with PCOS have enlarged ovaries
containing small collections of fluid

13. PCOS: Signs and Symptoms
 Infrequent or prolonged menstrual period
 Excess hair growth
 Acne
 Obesity
 In adolescents, infrequent or absent menstruation
may raise suspicion for the condition

14. PCOS: Treatment
 Early diagnosis and treatment
 Weight loss

15. MYOMA
 The most common benign tumors
in women
 Also known as uterine fibroids

16. MYOMA: Signs and Symptoms
 Cramps
 Abdominal pain
 Heavy menstrual bleeding
 Anemia
 Frequent urination
 Constipation
 Distended stomach

17. MYOMA: Treatment
 Hysterectomy
 ExAblate which used focused
ultrasound waves

18. DURING
PREGNANCY
Complications/Disorders

19. PREECLAMPSIA
 Formerly known as toxemia
 A condition that pregnant women develop
marked by high blood pressure and who
have not previously experienced high blood
pressure before.

20. PREECLAMPSIA
 Preeclamptic women will have a high level
of protein in their urine and often have
swelling in their feet, legs, and hands.
 It can lead to eclampsia which can put the
mother and baby at risk

21. PREECLAMPSIA: Signs and Symptoms
 Rapid weight gain
 Abdominal pain
 Severe headache
 Change in reflexes
 Reduced urinating or no urine output
 Dizziness
 Excessive vomiting and nausea
 Vision changes

22. PLACENTA PREVIA
 A condition that occurs during pregnancy when
the placenta is abnormally placed, and partially
covers the cervix
 Types:
1.Low-lying placenta
2.Partial placenta previa
3.Total placenta previa

23. GESTATIONAL DIABETES
MELLITUS (GDM)
 Happens when the body cannot
effectively process sugar and starch
leading to high blood sugar levels in
the bloodstream

24. POST
PREGNANCY
Complications/Disorders

25.  Post-partum disorder and sepsis
occur after giving birth
 Postnatal period is the most critical
and yet most neglected phase in
the lives of mothers and the babies

27. ONE
Nearly 30 women die everyday
due to complications during
pregnancy and childbirth.

28. TWO
Women die in pregnancy and childbirth
for five main reasons namely severe
bleeding, infections, unsafe abortions,
hypertensive disorders, and medical
complications.

29. THREE
More than 135 million women
give birth per year.

30. FOUR
About 16 million girls aged
between 15 and 19 give birth
each year.

31. FIVE
Maternal health mirrors the
gap between the rich and the
poor.

32. SIX
Most maternal deaths can be
prevented.

33. SEVEN
Many women do not see a
skilled health professionals
enough during pregnancy.

34. EIGHT
About 22 million abortions
continue to be performed
unsafely each year.

35. NINE
Reducing maternal mortality
ration has been slow.

36. TEN
Lack of skilled care is the main
obstacle to better health for
mothers.