LOW AMNIOTIC FLUID Only 21 22 Weeks
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last week i had my 20 week scan and they said i had low fluid only measuring 5! they checked baby and everything seemed fine stomach heart kidneys and bladder all fine etc so they thought i must be losing fluid but when they did an internal that showed i was not leaking so i rested for the week and went back yesterday for another scan and its still very low doctor very negative gave me no hope i have another scan in 3 weeks. am very scared anyone been through this???
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I had low fluid in my first pregnancy but a little later than you (around 30 weeks). They basically had me in for alot of scans and I drank a ton of water. Did they check the condition of the placenta? In some cases it can calcify early on and cause the problem. Bedrest is also a good idea. The baby will be viable in a few weeks, did the doctor think you could last to 28 weeks? Why are they not doing another scan for 3 weeks? They should monitor it weekly.
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i am sorry, i cannot relate, but it sounds like you need to talk to your doctor and tell about your worries. Better be safe than sorry. This is your baby! Ask them how serious they think it all is and if 3 weeks is safe to wait.
Good luck, i hope everything will turn out ok
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they say for next 3 weeks there is nothing they can do. also they wont start to help baby til your 24 weeks.(of course i am to go straight up if i lose any fluid etc) they will be doing a doppler scan at next appointment that will check blood flow to and from placenta, but i am pretty sure that placenta is ok as baby correct size etc. someone today recomended omega 3 and after what i've read on that thats probably a good idea. i do still have fluid altough low and baby kicking so taking comfort in that.
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star1 - My sis had that , don't remember at which week, but was on complete bedrest , tons of fluids, and protein. She was off meats, but at that time, decided to take some. I am glad baby is kicking and you feel that. Take cold water as much as possible, since I understand it enters your cells faster than warm water. Wish you all the best. I totally understand it is a stressful time, but it will be fine. Stay in touch with your doc, or also naturopathic docs, or chinese docs, to see if they have any other home suggestions. Hugs..
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thanks bumblebee, i put myself on bedrest as i thought it best, husband been great doing all cooking housework etc(i could get used to this!!) am drinking lots of water but thats a good idea about making sure its cold. i'll keep you all posted.
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