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The discoloration in the areolae is deeper, tubercles ele- vated. Kyestein in the urine. Seventh and Eighth Months. Suppression of the menses continued (exceptions very rare.) Active movements of the foetus (child). Disorders of the stomach (rare). The abdomen more voluminous. Sometimes pouting of the umbilicus. Numerous discolorations on the skin of the abdomen. Sometimes a varicose and dropsical condition of the vulva and lower extremities. Extended and deeper discoloration of the areolae; breasts still larger, and nipples more prominent; sometimes flow of milk. Kyestein in the urine.

First Half of the Ninth Month. The vomiting frequently re-appears. The abdominal swelling has increased, rendering the skin very tense. Difficulty of respiration. All other symptoms increase in intensity. Sometimes pain in the back, and other irregular pains.

Last Half of the Ninth Month. The vomiting often ceases. The abdomen is fallen. The respiration is easier. Great difficulty in walking. Frequent and ineffectual desire to urinate. Hemorrhoids, augmentation of the varicose and drop- sical state. Pains in the loins.