Patient's question:
Hello, how many prenatal check-ups are usually required during pregnancy? What happens if you miss a prenatal check-up? I am currently 4 months pregnant.Doctor's answer:
After getting pregnant, you need to go to the hospital for pre-pregnancy check-ups on time. Generally, there are 3 to 5 check-ups required. Usually, you need to go to the hospital for a check-up right after getting pregnant to rule out ectopic pregnancy. In the middle of pregnancy, you also need to check the fetal growth and development to see if there is a possibility of recurrence of malformations. The specific number of check-ups depends on your pregnancy status. Now that you are four months pregnant, you need to have a 4D ultrasound check-up.