Patient's question:
Now I am more than 38 weeks pregnant. The doctor said the baby is in breech position with the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck once and recommended a cesarean section. The due date is on the 27th of this month. The doctor suggested I choose a date after the 20th for the cesarean section.I want to wait until I feel something is wrong before going to the hospital to give birth. Let nature take its course! I don’t want to choose a date for the baby, but I’m not sure if that’s better or worse? Or should I follow the doctor’s advice and pick a date? Many people have different opinions, and I’m a bit confused!
Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if the menstrual cycle is regular, a cesarean section can be performed after 39 weeks of pregnancy, as the fetus is already mature. In your case, if there are signs of labor such as breech presentation and subsequent premature rupture of membranes, it is easy to experience cord prolapse again, which poses a risk to the fetus. Therefore, it is recommended to schedule a cesarean section after 39 weeks for greater safety.In addition to timely treatment for the cesarean section, friends who have undergone the procedure should always maintain a positive attitude when facing the disease. Only in this way can patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. At the same time, it is important to pay attention to dietary care, focusing on light and nutritious foods while avoiding and cold foods. It is believed that this approach will help drive away the cesarean section.