Fetus, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Pregnancy After Taking Idiol Estradiol: Risks and Concerns

Pregnancy was discovered after taking Idiol (estradiol)? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my wife. Her period was originally due on August 1, but it did not arrive by August 15. A pregnancy test was negative, and on August 16, she went to the hospital for an examination, w...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello: According to what you mentioned, the medication your wife took should be within two weeks after fertilization of the egg. Since the dosage is very low, in our outpatient clinic, we usually advise to stop the medication immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Under norm...

Is It Safe to Eat Fruit with Possible Insect Eggs During Pregnancy?

Eating fruits contaminated with insect eggs during pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I am currently 12 weeks pregnant. Today, after eating a peach, I noticed that the bottom had a transparent substance with black dots inside, which seemed to be insect eggs. I would like to know if acciden...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello: If you accidentally ingest worm eggs, they will not affect the fetus after being digested by stomach acid, so there is no need to worry. Wishing you good health.

Understanding High Neural Tube Defect Index During Pregnancy

The neural tube defect index is excessively high? During pregnancy, if tests for Down syndrome and neural tube defects show elevated risk levels, can a routine ultrasound during the 16th week of gestation detect any brain or spinal cord issues in the fetus? Also, is fetal movemen...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the results for the neural tube defect index are elevated, and an ultrasound scan should be performed to check for any issues with the neural tube (brain and spine). Generally, significant defects should be detectable, and anencephaly can definitely be identified. As for f...

Does Attending a Rock Concert During Pregnancy Affect the Fetus?

Attending a rock concert during pregnancy? Hello doctor, I am currently 10 weeks pregnant. Today I attended a rock concert where the music was very loud. I felt my body vibrating throughout the entire event. Will this affect my fetus? Thank you, doctor!

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
Occasionally listening to rock music once or twice has little impact. However, working in a noisy environment for an extended period can affect pregnancy. If a mother experiences prolonged emotional instability, the fetus is at a higher risk of growth retardation.

Is It Safe to Attend a Concert During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Concert Hello, Doctor: I have two questions that have been bothering my wife for a long time. 1. My wife's due date is December 21, 2013. If I take her to a concert where the sound is too low, will it affect the baby? 2. My wife experiences bloating in her abdo...

Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: (1) Fetal hearing begins to develop at four months and responds to external sounds by 25 weeks. However, due to the amniotic fluid, the decibel level of external sounds reaching the fetus is usually not very high. At her current gestational age, it should not have any impa...

Understanding Abdominal Pain During Pregnancy: Risks and Concerns at 25 Weeks

Abdominal pain during pregnancy Hello, doctor: My wife has been experiencing abdominal pain recently. Is this dangerous for the fetus in her womb? She is currently 25 weeks pregnant and has been unable to sleep at night.

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: It is advisable to seek medical attention for abdominal pain during pregnancy to understand the cause of the pain. Appropriate treatment or lifestyle adjustments should be made based on the identified cause. The actual impact of abdominal pain on the fetus depends on its u...

Understanding Progesterone: Safety and Concerns During Early Pregnancy

About Progesterone Hello Doctor: I am currently six weeks pregnant and have not experienced any bleeding, but I had a miscarriage in the past. I'm unsure if it was due to a lack of progesterone or other reasons. For the past week or two, I have been taking Utrogestan, 1 to 2...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Youjie Tong is a progesterone preparation that can be taken orally or used vaginally, approved by the Department of Health (Drug Approval No. 013497). According to the drug's package insert, contraindications include severe liver dysfunction and allergy to the active ...

Understanding Down Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy: Pre-Marital Health Screening Insights

Regarding Down syndrome and cerebral palsy! My second brother has cerebral palsy (which seems to be non-hereditary), and my cousin (the daughter of my mother's sister) has Down syndrome. Since I am getting married soon, I would like to know if there are any prenatal screenin...

Dr. Liu Yuhong Reply:
Down syndrome screening is a test to check for the possibility of the fetus having Down syndrome, which is caused by an abnormality in chromosome 21. Down syndrome screening cannot be part of premarital health checks, as there is no fetus to test for Down syndrome. Cerebral palsy...

Understanding Breast Cysts, Fibroadenomas, and Pregnancy Concerns

Regarding breast cysts, fibromas, and pregnancy issues? Hello, Doctor! I am 32 years old and have been preparing for pregnancy and breastfeeding in the future. However, I have been experiencing chest pain frequently for the past six months, so I underwent a breast ultrasound. The...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, in clinical practice, the final determination of whether a tumor is malignant relies on pathological examination. Ultrasound, computed tomography, or physical examination are merely suggestive. Based on what you have described, it appears to lean more towards a benign tumo...

Is Eating Undercooked Food Safe During Pregnancy?

Eating undercooked food during pregnancy? I am currently five months pregnant and I ate about ten pieces of transparent shrimp from a restaurant. Although the owner said that their food is fully cooked, I can't help but worry. Could consuming undercooked food affect the fetu...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: If the quantity is not excessive and does not contain harmful substances, shrimp should not adversely affect the fetus. You may ask your doctor for a thorough examination during your prenatal check-up. Thank you! Wishing you a smooth delivery. Dr. Zhang.

Safety of Medications During Early Pregnancy: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Medications during pregnancy I would like to ask, one week before confirming my pregnancy, I was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection and the doctor prescribed the following medications (I informed the doctor that I was planning to get pregnant but was not sure if I was pregn...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally, medications classified as Category C and D have minimal impact. However, if it is a Category X medication, it is not recommended to keep it. Additionally, the duration of medication use should be considered; short-term medications typically have less impact. Eve...

Fish Oil During Pregnancy: Risks of High EPA Levels Explained

What are the contraindications for pregnant women taking fish oil? Is there a problem with fish oil that has a high EPA ratio? What are the contraindications for pregnant women taking fish oil? Is there a concern with fish oil that has a high EPA ratio? There is a claim online su...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: DHA and EPA are components of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Many pregnant women hope to consume them for the development of the fetal brain. However, the Consumer Foundation has advised against the consumption of fish oil during pregnancy, as the saf...

Concerns About Skin Issues During Early Pregnancy: What to Know

Is it safe to use medications during early pregnancy? Hello, I got my period on March 18 and only found out I was pregnant on April 30. I had an ultrasound on April 1 which confirmed that I was not pregnant at that time. After that, I developed red spots on my skin and visited a ...

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
I cannot see the medication you mentioned: “&<a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/34220">#34220</a>;” because it appears as garbled text. Additionally, what is the date of medication intake? Is your menstrual cycle regular, occurring once a month?

Impact of Sjögren's Syndrome and Low Protein on Fertility and Pregnancy

Immune issues Hello, I would like to ask about the natural conception and live birth rates for someone with Sjögren's syndrome and low serum protein levels. Are these rates significant, or is assistance from other methods necessary? What effects do these two conditions have ...

Dr. Liu Yuhong Reply:
The natural conception rate for patients with Sjögren's syndrome is similar to that of others; however, due to the presence of serum autoantibodies (anti-SSA, anti-SSB), the live birth rate may be affected, as these autoantibodies can attack the placenta and the fetus.

Is Electric Shock Safe for Pregnant Women? Concerns and Insights

Regarding electric shock in pregnant women? Hello Doctor: I am currently about 5-6 weeks pregnant. I have heard that pregnant women should not use body fat scales because they measure body fat by sending a slight electrical current through the body, which could potentially affect...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, as you mentioned, both the body fat scale and the electric mosquito racket have low current and are not high voltage, so theoretically they should not have any impact. Therefore, there is no need to worry too much. However, if you have further questions, you may consult a ...

Herpes Infection in Pregnant Women: Risks and Management

Pregnant women infected with herpes? Hello, Dr. Lu! I have a question! If a pregnant woman is about to give birth and she contracts herpes at this time, how should it be assessed? Will it show up during prenatal check-ups? Can the attending physician diagnose it just by looking? ...

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Sun, Hello, first of all, please do not worry too much. The likelihood of the herpes virus being transmitted to the fetus through the uterus before delivery is extremely low, approximately less than one in ten thousand. The more concerning time is during delivery; ther...

Concerns About Dental Issues During Late Pregnancy: What to Do?

Sister Er is very worried? Hello, doctor: I apologize for asking again. My sister is 38 weeks pregnant and is managing her weight, but her dentures have fallen out. What should she do now? If she gets them repaired, will it affect the fetus? She is very worried since she is about...

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
It is still necessary to consult a dentist for discussion. Proper dental care is very important for nutrition during pregnancy. As for using silver amalgam for fillings, it may harm the fetal nervous system, so other treatment methods should be considered. There is nothing embarr...

Managing Weight Concerns During Pregnancy: Tips for Healthy Eating

What to do about being overweight? Hello, doctor: What should we do? My sister is 36 weeks pregnant, and the fetal weight is 3200 grams. The doctor said she needs to control her diet; otherwise, she might not make it to the delivery date of April 1st. She is very worried and feel...

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
As long as the fetus is over 2500 grams and at least 37 weeks gestation, it is not considered a preterm infant. However, your situation requires dietary management, so there is no need to worry excessively. A slight reduction in a normal diet should suffice. If you are overweight...

Curly Toes in Fetal Ultrasound: Genetic or Nutritional Concerns?

The fetal ultrasound shows a curvature of the fourth toe? Dear Doctor, the high-level ultrasound of the fetus shows a curled fourth toe (curly toe). Could this be genetic? What is the likelihood of it being hereditary? Or could it be due to a deficiency in a certain nutrient in t...

Dr. Liu Yuhong Reply:
Curly toe, a condition characterized by the bending of the fetal toes, has an unknown cause and is not considered rare. A medical study from South Korea found that approximately 3% of fetuses exhibit curly toes, and these fetuses do not present with other congenital malformations...

Is Early Delivery Beneficial for Older Mothers? Insights and Considerations

Is it okay to give birth two weeks early? Hello, doctor: 1. Regarding the white issue with the labia minora, I will have to wait until my next appointment to discuss it, as I forgot to ask during today’s visit due to feeling dizzy. Also, I started taking the medication on Febru...

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
1. If you miss a dose of medication, taking a pill later may not provide sufficient efficacy, which could lead to the onset of menstruation. You can assess this for yourself. 2. Advanced maternal age does indeed increase the risk of stillbirth. Therefore, it is recommended to i...

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