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- Childbirth - pain relief options
Understanding your pain relief options can help you cope better with the pain of childbirth.
- Sciatica
Most cases of sciatica resolve by themselves within six weeks to three months.
- Medical terms and definitions during pregnancy and birth
Like all areas of medicine, pregnancy and childbirth has a number of specialised terms, many of which you will hear during your own pregnancy and labour, and the birth of your baby.
- Caesarean section
A caesarean section is usually performed when it is safer for the mother or the baby than a vaginal birth.
- Developing a birth plan
A birth plan is a written summary of your preferences for when you are in labour and giving birth.
- Cancer pain management
A person with cancer who obtains pain relief is likely to sleep better and have more energy during the day.
- Homebirth
Having a baby at home can be an option for pregnant women who are healthy, have a low-risk pregnancy and live close to a hospital in case the birth does not go to plan.
- Myomectomy
A myomectomy is an operation performed to remove fibroids from the uterus.
- Knee replacement surgery
Knee replacement surgery removes a diseased knee joint and replaces it with an artificial joint.
- Pregnancy and birth - related emergencies
A medical emergency can happen at any time during pregnancy, labour and birth. Some emergencies can be life threatening for pregnant women and their babies.