Patient's question:
At 28 weeks of pregnancy, I experienced constipation. After straining to have a bowel movement, I felt that my labia were swollen or something was flipping out. The fetal movement became unusually frequent, but it returned to normal the next day. Later, I also had a few cases of mild constipation, and after going to the bathroom, I noticed that the fetal movement was a bit more active than usual. Is this normal? Additionally, at 26 weeks of pregnancy, an ultrasound revealed that the fetal umbilical cord was wrapped around the neck once.Doctor's answer:
Abnormal fetal movement is caused by pathological conditions and functional disorders, such as tight umbilical cord、placental dysfunction, or abnormal medication use and adverse external stimuli in pregnant women, leading to fetal hypoxia in the uterus. When the fetus's life is threatened, abnormal fetal movement occurs, not only in frequency but also in nature, such as strong, persistent, twisting-like movements or kicks, or even weak movements—all of which are ominous signs. Abnormal fetal movement should be addressed promptly by seeking medical attention.