Patient's question:
I have been pregnant for over 40 days. Today, I went for a check-up and was told there was no yolk sac, fetal heartbeat, fetal bud, or blood vessel pulsation. Over these past few days, I have received injections and taken medication, and I am not sure if it can affect the baby's development. I would like to know if there should be a yolk sac seven days after the gestational sac appears?Doctor's answer:
It is best to first naturally observe the fetus for a few days, then perform an ultrasound examination to check the fetal development. Within 40 days after conception, neither the fetal bud nor the heart can be found. It is recommended to pay attention to good living and working habits, eat more nutritious and easily digestible foods, consume more fresh fruits and vegetables, and improve physical fitness and immunity. Regular prenatal check-ups should be conducted. It is suggested to wait for a week to observe and judge, pay attention to various screening tests and pregnancy-related examinations, which can determine the fetal development and prevent neural tube defects during pregnancy and gestation.