What does it mean if the level of free estriol is high at 39 weeks of pregnancy?

Patient's question:

I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Also, what does it mean if the free estriol level is high at 39 weeks of pregnancy?

Doctor's answer:

Don't worry, as the placenta ages in the later stages. If there are no clinical symptoms, no treatment is needed, and it's important to wait until the 40th week to give birth. If necessary, a cesarean section can be performed. The first child was delivered vaginally, and the second child can also be delivered vaginally. It is recommended to follow the doctor's advice on whether to have a vaginal delivery or a cesarean section before labor. If the position of the second child is normal and the fetus is not too large, a vaginal delivery can be performed.

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