Patient's question:
I got the flu vaccine about a week after getting pregnant. Later, I heard that pregnant women are not suitable for getting the flu vaccine. However, I have already had it and it's still very early. I am very worried that it might affect the fetus. Could you please tell me what kind of impact it might have? Thank you very much.Doctor's answer:
From a genetic perspective, there is a certain impact. It is recommended to keep the baby, undergo regular prenatal examinations, and if any abnormalities are detected in the baby, terminate the pregnancy in a timely manner. It is advised to have regular prenatal check-ups, with the first prenatal screening test conducted between weeks 14 and 19 for the Down syndrome screening. At week 20, choose a suitable hospital to establish a prenatal examination card and conduct regular check-ups (some may start establishing the prenatal examination card earlier, around the third month of pregnancy, for regular check-ups). After establishing the prenatal examination card, it is generally recommended to have a check-up every four weeks before week 36, and weekly check-ups after week 36. If any discomfort occurs during this process, you can visit a doctor at any time to increase the frequency of check-ups.During weeks 22-26 of pregnancy, a four-dimensional color Doppler ultrasound is recommended for prenatal screening to detect abnormalities. The four-dimensional color Doppler ultrasound can provide a three-dimensional display of the baby's color, face, and the development of various organs. It can also observe the baby's condition inside the womb. This allows for early diagnosis of fetal abnormalities, such as cleft lip, cleft palate, skeletal developmental abnormalities, cardiovascular malformations, etc. Additionally, it helps monitor the baby's intrauterine dynamics through fetal movement, and even record the baby's intrauterine posture dynamically for permanent keepsakes.
Furthermore, it is best to avoid sexual intercourse during the first three months of pregnancy and after the seventh month to prevent miscarriage or premature birth. During the first three months of pregnancy, folic acid should be supplemented under the guidance of a doctor. Calcium supplementation should begin after the 16th week of pregnancy. Rest and enhance nutrition throughout the pregnancy.