Patient's question:
Hello, I am 30 weeks pregnant. Due to work-related reasons, I will need to spend about 5 hours in front of a computer daily in 3 months. It is a liquid crystal display. I would like to know what impact this may have on the fetus. If there is an impact, what check-up measures can be taken to monitor it? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Pregnant women should use computers as little as possible. If they must use computers, they should maintain a distance from the screen. Generally, it is recommended to keep a distance of 60 centimeters between the eyes and the screen. Additionally, sitting in front of a computer for long periods can affect blood circulation in the lower limbs of pregnant women, exacerbate lower limb edema, and lead to varicose veins in the lower limbs. When using a computer, it is best to place a computer-specific color filter on the screen to reduce the harmful effects of radiation. Avoid placing unnecessary metal items in the room to prevent secondary emission of electromagnetic waves.