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Can my baby have hiccups? Will I be able to feel those?

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Hiccups can be felt in terms of quick repetitions.

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What is chromosomal abnormality?

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A chromosomal abnormality occurs when a fetus has either the incorrect number of chromosomes, incorrect amount of DNA within a chromosome, or chromosomes that are structurally flawed. These abnormalities may translate to the development of birth defects, disorders like Down syndrome, miscarriage, or may be a normal variant

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My baby's age on the scan report is different to my stage of pregnancy. What does this mean?

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You should have a dating scan done during your first trimester has an accuracy of +/- 5 days. Doing it in your second trimester has an accuracy of +/- 2 weeks. It is important to see the doctor early to do the dating scan. From your menstrual cycle we can calculate the estimated due date, which will be deemed accurate if it differs from the dating scan by +/- 1 week. Using your menstrual cycle to calculate your due date only works if you have a regular menstrual cycle.

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How much amniotic fluid index is considered safe for my baby’s well being?

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The values between 5 and 25 are considered to be normal. Anything above 25cm is considered as polyhydramnios

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What happens if the amniotic fluid index is low?

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Too little amniotic fluid can be caused by infection, the baby not growing well and growth retardation.

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What if the amniotic fluid index is high?

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Polyhydramnios occurs when excess amniotic fluid accumulates in the uterus during pregnancy. In most cases, polyhydramnios is harmless, but it does have the potential to cause serious pregnancy complications.

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What is it like to have polyhydramnios?

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Moderate to Severe Polyhydramnios may cause the following symptoms: Difficulty breathing Swelling in the lower extremities Swelling of the vulva Decreased urine production Constipation Heartburn Feeling huge or tightness in the belly

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What causes polyhydramnios during pregnancy?

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Polydramnios may be caused by diabetes in the mother or hydrops. It could also be due to the fetus having an obstruction to the swallowing of the amniotic fluid. The fetus will usually swallow the amniotic fluid and pass it out through the urinary system.

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What is the treatment for polyhydramnios?

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For some patients, we might do amniotic reduction. A procedure akin to amniocentesis, miscarriage risks are present.

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Does any pattern exist for baby's movement?

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No, it depends on the individual.

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