Patient's question:
I am more than 3 months pregnant. Since I had an appointment to send out wedding invitations with friends, we decided to meet at a bar. I stayed at the bar for about 1 hour. The bar was playing very loud and energetic music, which I found extremely noisy and unbearable even for an adult's ears. So, I left. I am wondering if this will affect my baby's auditory development. I am really afraid it might cause my baby to be born deaf or have hearing impairment! Please help me~Doctor's answer:
Theoretically, there is no significant impact, but it is advisable for pregnant women to go to places with fresher air and quieter environments. You can closely observe the reaction of the fetus in your belly. Short-term exposure should not have a major effect on the fetus, but it is best to be cautious in the future and avoid places with excessive noise. It is recommended to correct the habit of picky eating during pregnancy and consume foods rich in folic acid more frequently, such as spinach, milk, animal liver, potatoes, fruits, and tomatoes.