Patient's question:
Hello, I am 20 days pregnant and have taken two phenobarbital tablets and applied two motion sickness patches. Could this affect the fetus? Around 7 weeks, I had an ultrasound, and the doctor said everything was fine. Do I still need to have blood tests?Doctor's answer:
Hello; The impact of taking medication during the early stages of pregnancy on the fetus is significant. It is recommended; First; undergo the Down syndrome screening between weeks 14-19 of pregnancy and the 4D ultrasound examination between weeks 22-26 to observe whether the fetus has any abnormalities. Second; perform amniocentesis and cord blood analysis between weeks 16-20 of pregnancy, which can clearly determine the baby's development inside the womb. It is recommended that you maintain prenatal care during pregnancy and regularly attend antenatal examinations. Closely monitor the fetus's development and seek medical attention promptly if any abnormalities are observed.