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Pregnancy-specific cell type found at maternal-fetal interface may regulate placental invasion
health3 days ago

Pregnancy-specific cell type found at maternal-fetal interface may regulate placental invasion

Live Science reports a Nature study that created a single-cell atlas of placental and uterine tissues from weeks 5–39 of pregnancy, analyzing about 1.2 million cells and identifying a previously undescribed pregnancy-only cell type, decidual stromal cell 4 (DSC4), at the maternal–fetal interface. DSC4 appears to help regulate fetal invasion into the uterus and arteries and carries cannabinoid receptors, a finding that could help explain cannabis-associated risks in pregnancy. By linking cell activity to genes tied to preeclampsia, preterm birth, and pregnancy loss, the atlas highlights which cells may drive complications and offers new targets for future research and therapies.

via Live Science|
#health#placenta#preeclampsia
"The Real Cause of Women's Lower Belly Pooch"
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"The Real Cause of Women's Lower Belly Pooch"

The "belly pooch" in women is often misunderstood and wrongly attributed to the uterus. Experts clarify that while the uterus is located in the pelvis, the pooch is typically due to fat, muscle, and other tissues. It's normal for women to have more abdominal fat, influenced by hormonal and reproductive factors. The rush to explain away belly fat highlights societal discomfort with body fat, but it's important to accept and care for our bodies as they are.

via HuffPost|
#belly-fat#body-image#female-anatomy
"Rare Medical Phenomenon: Woman, 43, Sheds Entire Uterus Lining in One Go"
health2 years ago

"Rare Medical Phenomenon: Woman, 43, Sheds Entire Uterus Lining in One Go"

A 43-year-old woman in Mexico visited the emergency room with severe abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, only to discover that she had shed her entire uterine lining at once, a condition known as a decidual cast. This rare occurrence, typically seen in pregnant women or those using contraceptives that affect progesterone levels, is characterized by the sudden expulsion of the uterine lining. While the cause of this condition remains unclear, it is not considered dangerous. The case was published in the American Journal of Case Reports.

via Daily Mail|
#decidual-cast#health#medical-case
Doctor Saves Mother's Life and Uterus After Heartbreaking 12-Week Scan
health2 years ago

Doctor Saves Mother's Life and Uterus After Heartbreaking 12-Week Scan

A woman shares her experience of discovering her baby had no heartbeat at her 12-week ultrasound. Instead of waiting for the pregnancy to pass naturally, her doctor recommended immediate surgery to remove the remains and discovered a uterine polyp that increased the risk of miscarriage. The surgery not only prevented infection but also gave her the chance to have more children in the future. She later became pregnant with twins and reflects on the loss of her first baby and the importance of her doctor's care.

via Yahoo News|
#health#miscarriage#pregnancy
"Miraculous Intervention: Doctor Rescues Uterus During Miscarriage"
health2 years ago

"Miraculous Intervention: Doctor Rescues Uterus During Miscarriage"

A woman shares her experience of having a miscarriage at 10 weeks pregnant and how her doctor's quick action saved her uterus. After discovering there was no heartbeat, the doctor recommended a surgical removal of the pregnancy remains to prevent the risk of infection. During the procedure, a uterine polyp was also removed, which could have increased the risk of miscarriage. The surgery not only prevented infection but also gave the woman the chance to have more children in the future. She later became pregnant with twins and reflects on the loss of the first baby and the importance of her doctor's care.

via Business Insider|
#future-pregnancies#health#miscarriage
Unexpected Pregnancy Turns Out to Be Uterine Tumor: A Rare and Challenging Diagnosis
health2 years ago

Unexpected Pregnancy Turns Out to Be Uterine Tumor: A Rare and Challenging Diagnosis

Sarah Lundry of Kansas thought she was pregnant but later discovered she had a complete molar pregnancy, where a tumor developed in her uterus without an embryo. The tumor eventually turned into cancer, spreading to her lungs and uterus, requiring a partial hysterectomy and chemotherapy. Lundry is now one year cancer-free and her family is raising money to adopt a baby.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#cancer#chemotherapy#health
Real-time 3D mapping of uterine contractions during labor with non-invasive imaging technology.
health3 years ago

Real-time 3D mapping of uterine contractions during labor with non-invasive imaging technology.

Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health have developed a new imaging tool, called electromyometrial imaging (EMMI), to create real-time, three-dimensional images and maps of contractions during labor. The non-invasive imaging technique generates new types of images and metrics that can help quantify contraction patterns, providing foundational knowledge to improve labor management, particularly for preterm birth. The study team, led by Yong Wang, Ph.D., and Alan Schwartz, M.D., Ph.D., at Washington University in St. Louis, and Alison Cahill, M.D., at the University of Texas at Austin, initially developed EMMI using a sheep model and reported their findings in Science Translational Medicine.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|
#health#imaging#labor