Ok, I was in the hosp. yesterday and they said that the cervix was thick, and closed. But they said my fluid was low. now they called today, (the doc's) and want me to come in on thurs. and have it checd again. I am 36 weeks going in to 37 does anyone know what this all means?
2006-10-10 08:54:18 · 9 answers · asked by Cherokee_kitty005 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Sometimes that means your water has broken, and it is a slow leak vs a large gush. Assuming that's the case, there is a higher risk of infection, and you may need to be induced.
2006-10-10 08:57:08 · answer #1 · answered by Brianna B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means the amount of fluid around your baby is low. Considering your cervix is thick and closed if the amount of fluid doesn't improve they may give you something to start to open up your cervix and eventually induce you. But since you're already almost full term your baby should be just fine if born a couple weeks before the due date.
2006-10-10 08:58:19 · answer #2 · answered by tk_9702 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a lot of reasons women get low amniotic fluid and a lot of different risks involved. I found something for you to read that will probably help you understand more. My advice to you would be to get in as many fluids as possible.
2016-03-28 03:58:33 · answer #3 · answered by Shane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basically it means that the fluid that surrounds the baby is decreasing. It must not be to low considering they sent u home. This late is pregnancy I dont think u have to worry much. You probably have a minor leak, they will probably just keep checking the level and then if its gets to low they might induce.
2006-10-10 08:57:28 · answer #4 · answered by jjsgirl0919 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of my friends is going thru this right now...expected delievery is between now and Thursday if she doesn't do it alone. The fluid around your baby is low...meaning the cusion (the fluid) isn't at a level high enough to cusion the baby when he / she moves / kicks..etc. If your level goes below 5 (at least this is my friends case) they will induce labor. She asked her doctor why it happend and he just said basically you have a small leak in your sak and that's that. Nothing to worry about, you are far enough along to have a healthy happy baby!
CONGRATS!
2006-10-10 09:05:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that happen to me when I was pregnant with my son. It means that they don't think the baby has enough fluid around him or her and they most likely want to do a ultra sound to check again. When they cheked me they said that he didn't have enough fluid around him, so they induced my labor but as he was came through the birth canal a hugh gush of amniotic fluid came out behind him. I know of others were they were correct and other were they weren't my son was born 6 days before his due date.
2006-10-10 09:00:38 · answer #6 · answered by juicie813 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
low fluid can cause problems with pregnancy. If there is not enough fluid cushion, the baby can compress the cord, which can cut off blood flow to the baby. You may be induced if the fluid is too low. Godd lucK!!!
2006-10-10 08:58:03 · answer #7 · answered by parental unit 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is amniotic fluid and what does it do?
Amniotic fluid is the liquid that surrounds your baby as he grows in the amniotic sac in your uterus during pregnancy. The fluid, or waters, protects him from being hurt if you have a blow to your tummy or your tummy is compressed. The fluid also plays an important part in protecting your baby against infection and in helping his lungs and digestive system to mature. Babies regularly swallow the amniotic fluid and it is passed out of their bodies as urine. In this way, your baby controls the volume of amniotic fluid around him.
How much fluid should I have?
The amount of amniotic fluid you have increases until the beginning of the third trimester and generally peaks at 36/37 weeks, at which point you may have about 800-1000ml/2 pints. After that, it gradually begins to decrease until you give birth
How can I tell if I have low amniotic fluid?
Your doctor or midwife may suspect this problem if:
• you are leaking fluid
• your baby is 'small for dates'
• on examination the outline of your baby is easily felt
• you are not feeling the baby move very much
• you have had a previous baby whose growth was restricted
• you have chronic high blood pressure
• you have diabetes
• you have lupus
To find out what's going on, she'll send you for an ultrasound. The sonographer measures across the largest pockets of amniotic fluid in four different sections of your uterus and adds them together to see where you rate on the amniotic fluid index (AFI). A normal measure for the third trimester is somewhere between 5 and 25cm. A total of 5cm or less is considered low.
What are the risks to my baby if I develop this condition?
The consequences for your baby depend on what's causing the problem, how far along you are, and how little fluid you have. Oligohydramnios is most commonly diagnosed later in the third trimester, when it usually requires nothing more than keeping a close watch on things.
If you develop low amniotic fluid in the second half of pregnancy, the main concern is that it can restrict your baby's lungs growing. You may need to have your baby's heart rate monitored regularly and ultrasound scans to closely watch your baby's development until you deliver. Your baby is also at risk if you go into premature labour. However, if your doctor is concerned about your baby's growth, it may be safer for your baby to be delivered early, than to remain in the womb. When born your baby may have dry leathery skin. Your baby may also be at risk of having a squashed looking face and having talipes, also known as 'club foot', because of being compressed in your womb. Often, babies present in the breech position because they do not have enough fluid to help them to turn into the correct head down position during the pregnancy.
If you are near your due date and your doctor thinks your baby's growth is poor, she may decide to induce labour. Low fluid often raises worries about complications during labour. The main concern is that there is not enough fluid to protect the umbilical cord from being compressed accidentally by the baby. This could lead to the baby being distressed and the doctor may recommend a caesarean delivery. However, many studies have found that there is no increased risk of either fetal distress or caesarean delivery amongst babies born around their due date, with little fluid, compared to those with a normal level of fluid (Venturini et al 2005).
Low levels of amniotic fluid during the first trimester and early part of the second trimester of your pregnancy are rare, but where it does occur, it may lead to an increased chance of miscarriage, or stillbirth.
2006-10-10 08:59:12 · answer #8 · answered by amber 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may be leaking fluid . im not real sssure but im posting some links to help you
2006-10-10 08:57:49 · answer #9 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋