Is it normal to have less fetal movement at 38+5 weeks of pregnancy?

Patient's question:

Age of illness description: Lately, the baby's movements have been less, and today there hasn't been any movement.
History of treatment and effectiveness: No treatment has been administered.
What kind of help is desired: Is this normal? Is it related to the heat?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, according to your description, this situation should be closely monitored for fetal movement. If fetal movement is less than 30 times in 12 hours, it may indicate the possibility of fetal hypoxia in the uterus, and it is recommended to seek medical attention. If there are abnormal fetal movements, such as being excessively frequent or infrequent, it is also necessary to seek medical attention.
First, it is possible that the cause could be fetal hypoxia in the uterus, which may lead to fetal asphyxia. It is recommended to be hospitalized for oxygen therapy. During treatment, it is important to rest, maintain a balanced diet, and relax. Excessive anxiety can negatively affect fetal development.

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