Patient's question:
I am a 36-year-old pregnant woman with a healthy 10-year-old daughter. In December 2007, I underwent a miscarriage due to fetal abnormalities. Last August and September, I experienced bleeding and miscarried again. After a three-month gap, I became pregnant again and was hospitalized for more than two weeks to protect the pregnancy. At 16 weeks, I had a normal triple screen, but the doctor recommended I have an amniocentesis. I am very scared and don't know how harmful this procedure is. If I don't have this test, would a 3D ultrasound have the same effect? Please help me.Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Amniocentesis is generally used to diagnose whether there is a congenital trisomy of the fetus. If your Down syndrome screening results are normal, then there is actually no need to perform amniocentesis.Advice: Amniocentesis carries certain risks, so if it can be avoided, it is best to avoid it. Generally, doctors will recommend that patients with signs of amniocentesis risk should rest in bed and avoid sexual activity. Additionally, patients should also pay attention to a comfortable environment, which is beneficial for rest. Wishing the patient a healthy delivery.