Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: When to Expect Heartbeat and Ultrasound
Gestational age Hello Doctor: I noticed some light blood traces when I went to the bathroom before bed on February 14. On February 15, I realized my period had started. I found out I was pregnant on March 31 after taking a pregnancy test. My average menstrual cycle is 32 days, an...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
(1) The current gestational age should be determined as 6 weeks and a few days (calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period). (2) Fetal heartbeat can typically be detected via abdominal ultrasound around 7 weeks. (3) There are no restrictions on when to perform an ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: When to Expect Heartbeat and Ultrasound
Understanding How Pregnancy Weeks Are Calculated: Common Questions Explained
How is the gestational age calculated during pregnancy? Hello, a few days ago I used a home pregnancy test and the result showed that I was pregnant. Today, I went to the obstetrics and gynecology department, and the doctor performed a transvaginal ultrasound, stating that I am 7...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: You should have conceived around mid-February, and on March 20, you would be close to seven weeks pregnant. An ultrasound measurement of the fetus with a margin of error within one week is acceptable. You can measure the size again during your next prenatal check-up to get...[Read More] Understanding How Pregnancy Weeks Are Calculated: Common Questions Explained
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