Patient's question:
Hello doctor!I am a pregnant woman who is about 6 months along. A few weeks ago, I had blood type antibody titration and bile acid tests, and the results were slightly higher than the normal values. Therefore, the doctor recommended that I take traditional Chinese medicine for a month. I hesitated for a long time but ultimately followed the doctor's advice and have been taking it for three weeks now.
I am worried that the traditional Chinese medicine might affect the fetus. Could you please tell me if my concerns are unnecessary? I now understand the feelings of a mother—I love my unborn child so much that I don’t want him to be affected by anything.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your situation, any medication can have an impact on the fetus. I don't know what Chinese medicine you are taking for treatment. It is recommended that for this situation, if the Chinese medicine is for regulating menstruation, it is unlikely to have a significant impact on the fetus. In your case, it is best to consult the Chinese medicine practitioner who prescribed the medication for you.