Patient's question:
I'm almost six months pregnant, my belly has grown quite a bit, and I'm having difficulty moving. My appetite has increased significantly, and I feel very anxious. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor recommended checking the umbilical cord blood flow.Doctor's answer:
The purpose of checking umbilical cord blood flow is to determine the development of the fetus inside the uterus and identify whether there is fetal hypoxia. If abnormal umbilical cord blood flow is diagnosed, it is best to count fetal movements daily to monitor the fetus's condition. If the abnormal umbilical cord blood flow is not severe, it is recommended to adopt a left lateral position. If there is no improvement, oxygen therapy may be necessary. Obstetric examinations are conducted to check if the fetus is experiencing hypoxia.The calculation of gestational weeks is based on the last menstrual period, not on the time of sexual intercourse. If the menstrual cycle is irregular, the actual gestational age needs to be determined based on the earliest relevant examination results, such as ultrasound or blood HCG tests, with the examination results taken as the standard.