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Placenta Problems

Conditions in which the placenta is in the wrong place, attaches too deeply or separates early, which can cause bleeding and need special care.

Also called: placenta previa, placenta accreta, placental abruption

Who Can Help with Placenta Problems?

  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists

    An OB-GYN who cares for high-risk pregnancies, such as those with diabetes, high blood pressure, twins or concerns about the baby.

  • OB-GYNs

    A physician who provides care for pregnancy and childbirth and for women's reproductive health, including exams, birth control and menopause care.

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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about placenta problems and what is right for you.

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