Patient's question:
Pregnant 27 weeks and 6 days, I experienced frequent fetal movement last night accompanied by a pulling pain in my abdomen, making it difficult for me to straighten up. Today, I went to the municipal family planning committee for a thorough examination. The doctor ordered an ultrasound, which revealed that the widest part of the child's intestinal tube exceeded 1.5 centimeters. The doctor recommended a follow-up examination in two weeks. Upon returning home, I am very worried and anxious... I consulted the doctor: is my condition serious? What should I do to preserve the child?Digestion: Both the 4D ultrasound and NIPT have been performed previously, and no abnormalities were found.
Doctor's answer:
The width of the fetal intestinal tract should not exceed 1.8 centimeters, which is considered normal. Your current condition falls within the normal range. All previous prenatal examination results have been normal, so there is no need for you to worry. A single thorough examination result cannot prove an issue. Please follow the advice of your attending physician and have a re-examination in two weeks. Maintain a balanced diet and adjust your mindset to avoid anxiety, as excessive anxiety can also interfere with the fetal growth and development. Wishing you and your baby good health. I hope my explanation has been helpful to you.