of Late-Life Pregnancy and Genetic Testing
A discussion explores the complexities and risks associated with pregnancy after the age of 40. Potential risks mentioned include genetic abnormalities, miscarriage, multiple pregnancies, stillbirth, emergency Cesarean sections, low birth weight, preterm birth, and comorbid medical conditions. One participant shares a personal experience of having children later in life, including undergoing genetic testing for the BRCA1 gene, and notes that family members have died at younger ages. The conversation touches on the idea of an 'optimum' time for pregnancy, with one view suggesting it is before 40.
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LBC London
“Well, I think my point of view is past 40, we packed the optimum. Well, I think I think it's an important part of the conversation Marco because I spoke to Dr. Malik about some of the risks involved and I'm just gonna repeat some of them genetic genetic abnormalities Miscarriage multiple pregnancy still birth emergency cerezae in section could also be low birth weight or preterm birth comorbid medical condition.”
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