Patient's question:
I am pregnant now, and I will have an amniocentesis in a couple of days. But I accidentally caught a cold yesterday. Can I still have the amniocentesis if I have a cold? If I do, will the results and conclusions be affected or deviated?Doctor's answer:
Generally, when undergoing amniocentesis, it is best not to do it during a cold because your immune system is weakened, which may lead to the transmission of amniotic fluid. If the amniotic fluid becomes infected again, it may have an adverse effect on the baby's health and could also cause a miscarriage. Therefore, it is advisable to wait until the cold has subsided before undergoing amniocentesis, as this will have a smaller impact on the baby. Under normal circumstances, it is best to avoid amniocentesis after becoming pregnant to prevent miscarriage.