Patient's question:
I have been smoking for 10 years and only got married this year. I originally planned to quit smoking before having a child. But I haven't quit yet, and we accidentally got pregnant recently. It's been 40 days now. My wife and I are worried about having a deformed child, so we want to ask for your guidance on whether we should keep this child. If not, we are prepared to have an abortion.First follow-up question: Two years ago, my wife had a medical abortion, which was very painful. She was very reluctant to do it. But she is afraid that my smoking will cause fetal development abnormalities. We are in a dilemma and sincerely ask the experts for a good idea. Thank you all!
Second follow-up question: I want to
Doctor's answer:
Smoking can have adverse effects on the growth and development of the fetus, and it is still uncertain to what extent.Generally, it is recommended to prepare in advance before pregnancy, take care of your health, and quit unhealthy habits to prepare for giving birth to a healthy baby. Smoking may lead to abnormal fetal development, but it is difficult to detect, so it is advisable to consider all factors. If your smoking history is short and your daily smoking amount is relatively low, you can increase your intake of vitamin C, drink more water, maintain a balanced diet, and undergo regular prenatal check-ups to monitor the baby's development. On the other hand, it is not recommended for you to keep this baby.