Hydatidiform Mole
Hydatidiform Mole is a rare condition that occurs during pregnancy. It is characterized by abnormal growth of trophoblasts, the cells that normally develop into the placenta. There are two types of hydatidiform mole: complete and partial.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Hydatidiform moles are caused by problems during the fertilization process of the egg by the sperm. In a complete mole, an empty egg is fertilized by one or two sperm, and all the genetic material is from the father. In a partial mole, a normal egg is fertilized by two sperm or by one sperm that duplicates itself, giving rise to an embryo with too many chromosomes.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The most common symptom of a hydatidiform mole is vaginal bleeding during the first trimester of pregnancy. Other symptoms may include severe nausea and vomiting, early preeclampsia, and rapid enlargement of the uterus.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Hydatidiform moles are usually diagnosed during routine ultrasound scans in early pregnancy. A high level of the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) can also be a sign of the condition.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for hydatidiform mole usually involves removing the mole from the uterus in a procedure called dilation and curettage (D&C). After treatment, hCG levels are monitored to ensure that all of the mole has been removed.
Complications[edit | edit source]
In rare cases, a hydatidiform mole can develop into a form of cancer known as choriocarcinoma. This is why it's important to have regular follow-up appointments after treatment.
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