Patient's question:
Hello, I am 39 weeks pregnant. My first child was born via C-section. It has been two and a half years since then. During the ultrasound at 35 weeks, everything was normal except for one loop of the umbilical cord around the baby's neck. Last week, during my check-up, the baby hadn't engaged yet. In the past two days, there has been a small amount of yellowish discharge with no odor. At night, I occasionally feel a slight in my lower abdomen. Is this a sign of preterm labor? Since my first child was born via C-section, do I have to have a C-section this time? I want to have a natural birth.Doctor's answer:
Hello, if you experience vaginal bleeding in the late stages of pregnancy, it may indicate that you are close to delivery or there could be a partial placenta previa. Regardless of the cause of the bleeding, it is recommended that you visit the hospital for an examination as soon as possible. If the fetus descends and there are clear contractions, it may mean that labor has begun. Generally, doctors advise patients with risk signs during prenatal examinations to pay attention to keeping warm and avoid coldness. Additionally, patients should create an environment that promotes emotional stability and stress relief. Wishing you a healthy delivery.