Patient's question:
I am 27 years old and have been pregnant for more than two months. Recently, my husband accompanied me to the hospital for a prenatal check-up. After the check-up, the doctor asked me to set up a medical record as soon as possible. Since it is my first child, I have no experience with this and don't understand much about it, so I would like to consult: Is it mandatory to set up a medical record during prenatal check-ups? Can I skip it?Doctor's answer:
Generally, pregnant women need to have their first prenatal examination and create a maternal health record book at a local hospital within three months of their missed period. This prenatal examination is very important as it collects all the necessary information for the entire pregnancy. When creating the maternal health record book, it must be carried at all times during prenatal examinations, as doctors can use it to understand the pregnant woman's condition. Additionally, the maternal health record book is required to contact postpartum health visits after delivery.