Understanding Placenta Previa: Risks, Management, and Fetal Growth Concerns
Placenta previa Hello Doctor: I am currently 27 weeks and 5 days pregnant (with intermittent brown discharge). Four days ago, I visited an obstetrician due to a cold, and the doctor informed me that I have a condition called placenta previa. He advised me to be cautious and menti...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
At 28 weeks of pregnancy, the average weight of a male fetus is approximately 1380 grams, while a female fetus averages around 1200 grams. Therefore, your fetus is not considered too small. In the late stages of pregnancy, the fetus typically gains about 100 grams per week, and b...[Read More] Understanding Placenta Previa: Risks, Management, and Fetal Growth Concerns
Understanding Placenta Previa: Key Insights for Expecting Mothers
Placenta previa Hello, Dr. Mao: I am five months pregnant, and during my recent prenatal check-up, the doctor informed me that I have a slight placenta previa. Is placenta previa something that can be detected from the beginning, or is it usually identified in the later stages of...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: Placenta previa is usually confirmed in the later stages of pregnancy. Since you are currently five months pregnant and have a slight case of placenta previa, it is possible that as the uterus enlarges, the placenta may move upward. Therefore, further observation is recomm...[Read More] Understanding Placenta Previa: Key Insights for Expecting Mothers
Can Women with Placenta Accreta Safely Get Pregnant Again?
Can women with invasive placenta become pregnant? Hello Doctor, I experienced significant bleeding due to placenta previa on April 11 and underwent a cesarean section to remove a 14-week fetus. At that time, the doctor considered that since this was my first pregnancy, my uterus ...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
First: With a diagnosis of invasive placenta at 14 weeks of gestation, I personally believe it is worth confirming. Second: Is there an alternative method for managing significant bleeding at 14 weeks of gestation that does not require opening and suturing the uterus, considering...[Read More] Can Women with Placenta Accreta Safely Get Pregnant Again?
Understanding Placenta Previa: Symptoms and Concerns During Pregnancy
Placenta previa Hello, doctor! I am 5 months pregnant! Since I was 3 months along, I have been experiencing a feeling of bloating and hardness in my upper abdomen. I have sought medical attention, but this issue has not improved! Additionally, I have noticed some bleeding. Thank ...
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
Dr. Wu Zongcheng, the Director of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, responded that if there is bleeding during pregnancy, an ultrasound examination is necessary to accurately diagnose the cause. Placenta previa can be classified into (1) complete pla...[Read More] Understanding Placenta Previa: Symptoms and Concerns During Pregnancy
Managing Placenta Previa: Insights for Expecting Mothers
How to manage placenta previa in pregnant women? The patient, Chen Guanting, is 35 years old and is 7 months pregnant. Recently, she experienced bleeding and was subsequently hospitalized, where she was diagnosed with placenta previa. However, she is unsure about the reasons for ...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta implants at or near the cervical opening. Normally, after fertilization, the growing placenta is typically located at the fundus or on the anterior, posterior, or lateral walls of the uterus. However, in the case of placenta previ...[Read More] Managing Placenta Previa: Insights for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Placenta Previa: Risks, Treatment, and Prognosis
Placenta previa Hello Doctor, during my wife's prenatal check-up at 20.5 weeks, the doctor mentioned a tendency for placenta previa, as part of the placenta is covering the cervix. The doctor advised to observe for four weeks (until 24 weeks) and to perform another ultrasoun...
Dr. Wang Jionglang Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, placenta previa refers to the condition where the placenta is located in the lower segment of the uterus, covering the internal cervical os. Diagnosis relies on ultrasound, and it can be classified into four types based on severity: complete p...[Read More] Understanding Placenta Previa: Risks, Treatment, and Prognosis
Understanding Partial Placenta Previa: Risks and Outcomes for Expecting Mothers
Placenta previa Hello Dr. Zheng, my wife is currently pregnant with our first child and is about 20.5 weeks along. During the recent ultrasound examination, the doctor mentioned that there is a partial placenta previa, where part of the placenta is covering the cervix. However, h...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Placenta previa is generally diagnosed after 28 weeks of gestation. You may have a low-lying placenta, which requires monitoring after 28 weeks of pregnancy. If it is confirmed as placenta previa, you should avoid actions that increase abdominal pressure, such as squatting...[Read More] Understanding Partial Placenta Previa: Risks and Outcomes for Expecting Mothers
Understanding the Differences Between Vaginal, Transabdominal, and High-Resolution Ultrasounds
What is a transvaginal ultrasound / high-level ultrasound / abdominal ultrasound? Dr. Zhao: Hello! I found information about ultrasounds online and would like to ask you about the differences between the types of ultrasounds mentioned in the topic, as well as when pregnant women ...
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
Hello Amy, here is a brief introduction. 1. Transvaginal Ultrasound: This ultrasound examination is performed using a probe inserted into the vagina, which is close to the uterus. It provides excellent imaging for early pregnancy, retroverted uterus, obesity, or suspected ectop...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Vaginal, Transabdominal, and High-Resolution Ultrasounds
Understanding Placental Abruption: Risks and Impacts on Pregnancy
Placental abruption Hello Dr. Jan: My sister has difficulty conceiving and has trouble with embryo implantation. She has successfully undergone artificial insemination and is currently in the process of maintaining her pregnancy (now four months along). Initially, there were two ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. Among the two fertilized eggs, one may degenerate and will gradually be absorbed, and there may be some bleeding during this process. 2. Frequent abdominal hardness and bleeding should be monitored, as they can sometimes indicate the risk of preterm labor or miscarriage; bed...[Read More] Understanding Placental Abruption: Risks and Impacts on Pregnancy
Understanding Low Placenta: Risks and Precautions for Expecting Mothers
What is "placenta previa"? In late April, during a routine prenatal check-up at the hospital (at 24 weeks gestation), the doctor mentioned: "low-lying placenta." What does this mean, what should I pay attention to, and is there any risk involved?
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. When the placenta is positioned too close to the cervical opening, it is referred to as placenta previa. There are several types of this condition; if the placenta is low enough to cover the cervical opening, it is specifically called complete placenta previa. This condition c...[Read More] Understanding Low Placenta: Risks and Precautions for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Placenta Previa: Should We Opt for Early Delivery?
Placenta previa My wife has been diagnosed with placenta previa by her obstetrician, who has recommended a cesarean section. We are currently at 36 weeks, but the fetus weighs only 2300g. The doctor advised that we should definitely have the cesarean at 38 weeks to avoid the risk...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Placenta previa occurs when the placenta implants in an abnormal position, leading to reduced nutrient supply to the fetus. By 36 weeks, a fetus may weigh approximately 2300 grams, which is about 400 grams less than expected. If the due date is accurate, this condition is classif...[Read More] Understanding Placenta Previa: Should We Opt for Early Delivery?
Understanding Bleeding During Pregnancy: Symptoms and Concerns
Bleeding during pregnancy I am currently 30 weeks pregnant and occasionally feel tightness in my lower abdomen, with my belly feeling hard. Sometimes, fetal movements are uncomfortable or even painful. Four days ago, I noticed dark red bleeding, and it has continued despite takin...
Dr. Wang Hanzhou Reply:
Occasional tightening in the lower abdomen is likely a natural contraction, but if there are regular contractions accompanied by pain, medical attention should be sought immediately. At 30 weeks of pregnancy, any bleeding should prompt an evaluation to rule out the possibility of...[Read More] Understanding Bleeding During Pregnancy: Symptoms and Concerns