Stages may be used to describe lymphedema. 1  Stage I: The limb (arm or leg) is swollen and feels heavy. Pressing on the swollen area leaves a pit (dent). 2  Stage II: The limb is swollen and feels spongy. A condition called tissue fibrosis may develop and cause the limb to feel hard. 3  Stage III: This is the most advanced stage.
Molar pregnancy is a condition in which the placenta does not develop properly. The symptoms of molar pregnancy, which may include vaginal bleeding, severe morning sickness, stomach cramps, and high blood pressure, typically begin around the 10th week of pregnancy.
A missed abortion occurs when the embryo/fetus has died but the body hasn't shown any signs of miscarriage yet. This is usually diagnosed by either an ultrasound or hcg decline. If a miscarriage does not occur to expel the pregnancy, a D&C or D&E is usually required. What is a molar pregnancy? A molar pregnancy is a rare condition where a tumor develops in place of the embryo. One of the early symptoms is being very large for dates in early pregnancy. Surgery is required to remove the growth and monthly check-ups for a year or more are needed to ensure the mole does not redevelop. Pregnancy is not recommended for 1 year after a molar pregnancy. Occurrence of a mole slightly increases future risk of uterine cancer.