Question

25 year old currently pregnant
Gravida 3, para 1
Exam: placenta previa; polyhydramnios; preeclampsia
Tx: bed rest to prevent  spontaneous abortion

Explain each term

2.

Eight weeks pregnant

Scheduled for pelvic sonography, and expresses concern of effect on fetus

What can you tell her?

Answer 1

#. Placenta previa - Occurs when the placenta abnormally implants in the lower segment of the uterus near o over the cervical os instead of attaching to the fundus. Abnormal implantation results in bleeding during the third trimester of pregnancy as the cervix begins to dilate and efface.

#. Polyhydraminous - is an excess of amniotic fluid in the gestational sac ( amniotic index fluid index > 25)

#. Preeclampsia - An increase in BP more than 140/90 mmHg past 20weeks of gestation accompanied by proteinuria

2. No, having an ultrasound won't affect your baby . Ultrasound sends sound waves through your womb (uterus), which bounce off your baby's body . The frequency or length of the sound waves depends on how far along your pregnancy is and the type of scan being carried out .