Patient's question:
I'm three days away from being five months pregnant, and it's twins. The fetal movements have already become quite noticeable. However, I've noticed that sometimes they don't move at all in the morning but are constantly moving in the afternoon. Other times, they move a lot in the morning but not at all in the afternoon. Sometimes they move quite a bit at night. Could you please ask the doctor if this is normal? Should I go to the hospital for a check-up?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, the baby's fetal movements follow a certain pattern. After reaching full term, they may decrease. Based on your situation, a reduction in fetal movement at 6 months of pregnancy could be due to fetal hypoxia in the womb. For safety, it is recommended to have an ultrasound examination and/or fetal monitoring test at the hospital. After reviewing the results, specific treatment should be administered based on the specific circumstances. It is advised to monitor the frequency of fetal movements. If there are more than 10 movements in 12 hours, it should be normal. If there are fewer than 10 movements, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If any abnormalities are detected, symptomatic treatment should be provided.