Patient's question:
I am currently 35.4 weeks pregnant. Four days ago, I suddenly experienced abdominal pain, initially thinking it was due to constipation. Three hours after having a bowel movement, I had a single episode of vaginal bleeding with a small amount, accompanied by irregular contractions. I was immediately admitted to the hospital.Ultrasound and fetal monitoring tests showed that the baby is doing well, with the (half-engaged in the pelvis), a anterior placenta, and a fetal heart rate of around 155 beats per minute. The baby is about two weeks larger than the average for 35 weeks. The doctor ordered intravenous infusion of Saline with glucose, which has been administered for four days. However, during the first three days, I still had irregular contractions—sometimes once an hour, sometimes every 10–15 minutes, and sometimes several hours apart. But these contractions were just tightening of the abdomen.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, after undergoing the treatment for maintaining the pregnancy, you are now at 36 weeks and 2 days. If you are experiencing discomfort from the medication, you may not need to continue receiving the medication for maintaining the pregnancy. The baby is also basically mature now. It's okay to let nature take its course. The medication you are taking for maintaining the pregnancy does not have much impact on the baby. Delivering the baby now would also have minimal impact on the baby.Hello, the situation you mentioned should be a case of threatened preterm labor. It is recommended that you visit the hospital for an examination as soon as possible. If necessary, follow the guidance of a professional doctor to maintain the pregnancy. At the same time, try to rest in bed as much as possible, adopt a left lateral position, maintain regular bowel movements, avoid straining, and undergo regular follow-up examinations.