Basic examinations to be performed before marriage and before pregnancy in particular

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 Before being officially married, several medical examinations must be undergone to ensure the safety of the spouses; This is what some countries require to complete the marriage contract. For more precautions, it is preferable to undergo some tests if the bride is looking for pregnancy immediately after marriage.

Here are basic checks to perform before marriage and before pregnancy in particular:


Pre-pregnancy counseling

First, it is highly recommended to consult a gynecologist in anticipation of pregnancy: this is called a pre-conception consultation. The goal is to ensure that there are no contraceptives; To know the pregnancy plan (prevention, interventions, etc.), and health care (vitamins, blood test, etc.) recommended.

It mainly concerns the woman (gynecological examination), but also her husband to obtain information and do some analysis. The aim, among other things, is to improve the knowledge and behavior of women and couples planning a pregnancy, and to ensure that the woman receives adequate medical monitoring to conduct her pregnancy in the best possible conditions.


What results can be expected from premarital examinations?


Folic acid is necessary before pregnancy


The premarital examinations themselves allow you to assess several aspects, namely:

Medical history assessment (genetics, gynecology, etc.);

Clinical examination (and possibly gynecological examination, not mandatory);

- updated vaccinations (for both spouses);

- assessment in case of chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, epilepsy, etc.) with the aim of stabilizing the condition;

- lifestyle improvement (for example quitting smoking), prevention tips (occupational risks, lifestyle, etc.);

- prescription folic acid (400 mcg/day); For the prevention of spina bifida and other neural tube abnormalities in the fetus.


Some biological tests are generally offered, such as:

Determining the blood type if it is not known;

- tests for toxoplasmosis and rubella; (to check if a woman has had these diseases in the past);

Testing for HIV (also offered to the partner) and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).


What results can be expected from premarital examinations?

If a clinical examination or biological analyzes reveal a disease that could interfere with pregnancy, treatment will be given to the future mother or father. Therefore, it is recommended to detect a chronic disease before any pregnancy to receive appropriate treatment, and to ensure that pregnancy occurs in the best possible conditions.

The detection of sexually transmitted infection should lead to treatment, while vaccination for rubella or chickenpox, for example, should also be suggested if there is a need, in order to prevent unnecessary risks to the fetus.

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