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Trimethoprim–Sulfamethoxazole in Pregnancy: No Impact on Birth Weight in a Zimbabwean RCT

By MedXY 08/01/2025

A large randomized trial in Zimbabwe found that trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole prophylaxis during pregnancy did not significantly increase birth weight or reduce adverse outcomes.

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CDC Retracts Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Recommendation for Pregnancy: Clinical Context, Evidence, and Implications

By MedXY 07/30/2025

The CDC no longer universally recommends COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, prompting debate among clinicians as the FDA shifts vaccine composition to target the JN.1 variant. This article analyzes the evidence, rationale, and clinical implications.

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Evolving Patterns in Antiseizure Drug Use During Pregnancy: Safer Choices and New Uncertainties

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A decade-long French study reveals declining prenatal exposure to high-risk antiseizure drugs, increased use of safer alternatives, and a notable rise in prescriptions for newer drugs with uncertain safety profiles.

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FDA Panel Reviews SSRI Use During Pregnancy: Balancing Fetal Risks and Maternal Mental Health

By MedXY 07/29/2025

An FDA expert panel debates the risks and benefits of SSRI antidepressants in pregnancy, emphasizing the need to weigh untreated depression risks against potential drug-related fetal outcomes.

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Gut Microbiota and Pregnancy Risks: the Connection in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Scientific findings link imbalances in gut microbiota and metabolic markers to pregnancy complications in women with PCOS.

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Pregnancy Complications and Long-Term Stroke Risk: A Hidden Connection

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A study reveals that complications during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and preterm birth, are linked to an increased risk of stroke years later.

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Assessing Antibiotic Use During Pregnancy: Impact on Birth Outcomes in HIV Contexts

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A clinical study reveals that trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole does not significantly improve infant birth weight or related outcomes in HIV-positive pregnancies.

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Gut Microbiota and Gestational Diabetes: A Critical Connection

By MedXY 07/29/2025

New research highlights links between gut microbiota composition and gestational diabetes, offering potential for early detection and personalized treatment strategies.

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New Diabetes Guidelines Spotlight Preconception Care for Women

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Comprehensive guidelines emphasize preconception care for women with diabetes to reduce pregnancy risks and improve maternal and infant health.

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Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: Impact on Breastfeeding and Maternal Health

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy affect breastfeeding initiation and duration, highlighting the need for tailored support for affected mothers.