Medical articles from Dr Panicos Shangaris

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that can develop during pregnancy, usually after 20 weeks. It affects about 1 in 10 pregnancies in the UK and can become serious if not detected and managed early. It’s mo...

In this article here, revered consultant in obstetrics and maternal and foetal medicine, Dr Panicos Shangaris, gives expert advice with regards to maintaining a healthy diet and highlights foods to a...

Prenatal diagnosis involves medical procedures and tests conducted during pregnancy to detect genetic disorders, birth defects, or other conditions in the fetus. These assessments help expectant paren...

Pregnancy is a journey filled with anticipation, excitement, and occasional anxiety for expectant parents. Amidst this whirlwind of emotions, fetal scans emerge as a crucial tool in ensuring the healt...

Following on from his previous article on exercise during pregnancy, Dr Panicos Shangaris continues to give us more insights. He talks about specific exercises or activities that should be avoided dur...

In his first article in a two-part series, Dr Panicos Shangaris gives us his insights into exercise when pregnant or trying to conceive. He talks about what types of exercise are considered safe and b...

In his second article of a two-part series on preconception care, Dr Panicos Shangaris gives us his insights. He talks about the medical tests and screenings that are recommended to assess a woman’s o...

In his first online article of a two-part series on preconception care, Dr Panicos Shangaris gives us his insights. He talks about the key aspects of preconception care that women should be aware of b...

In the second article of a two-part series, ​Dr Panicos Shangaris explains how ultrasound and blood tests can identify any potential issues in pregnancy and how they can help prospective parents to pr...

Early pregnancy care is extremely important in determining the health of both mother and baby and various tests can be carried out to establish any potential health issues during the baby’s developmen...