Finding Information Online About Placentia Previa

Placentia Previa is the name for a prenatal condition - the placenta moves in-utero to cover some, or all of the area over the cervix. This is not a common pregnancy condition, occurring in about 1 in 250 pregnancies in the United States. It can be quite dangerous, however, and is usually diagnosed after a pregnant women begins bleeding during pregnancy. The internet is a great resource for those interested in finding out more about this condition and there are several good websites available. Here are some of the best:

Pregnancy Info.net had good, general information on the various forms of placentia previa. The site found at http://www.pregnancy-info.net/pregnancycomp_6.html has information on risks, risk factors, and treatment is an easy-to-read style.

The online magazine Pregnancy Today has an article titled, “Managing Placentia Previa” written by Cecilia A. Cancellaro and geared toward women who have been diagnosed with this condition. Provides good “how to cope” information and practical advice, as well as links to other first-hand experience and information.

Pregnancy Facts found at http://www.pregnancy-facts.com/pregnancy-complications/bleeding.php had good basic information about the reasons for bleeding during pregnancy and the common diagnosis for pregnant women, including placentia previa. This site also has a good drawing/image showing what the condition looks like within the uterus.

An article titled “Complications During Labor and Delivery - How They Are Handled” is available online at http://www.thelaboroflove.com/articles/610/ and is both informative and educational - geared toward pregnant women and expectant parents.

Amazing Pregnancy is another online site with a variety of information pertaining to labor and delivery. A page titled, “Bleeding During Pregnancy - Causes and Seeking a Doctor’s Opinion” by Sophia Levis can be found at http://www.amazingpregnancy.com/pregnancy-articles/23.html and provides some links to other prenatal issues and conditions.