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Ultrasound image of twins 6 weeks old is still very small, the indicators will show how the baby is developing and if there are any abnormal problems. This is an important milestone in the pregnancy process that pregnant women need to pay attention to when having a 6-week pregnancy ultrasound.
1. Mechanism of twin pregnancy
Twin pregnancy is the state of having 2 fetuses in the uterus. This is a special case in pregnancy and has a much higher mortality rate for both mother and baby than for a singleton pregnancy.
Normally, the egg releases only 1 egg during the menstrual cycle and is fertilized by 1 sperm to develop into 1 embryo and only one baby is born. However, in the following 2 cases can lead to twins:
2 eggs are released, each egg is fertilized by 1 sperm so 2 embryos develop in the uterus. This is called fraternal twins. Two fraternal twins may share some characteristics, but most are different physiologically and physically; In case there is 1 egg and 1 sperm fertilized, but in the early stages of division, they split into 2 zygotes and then develop independently, resulting in 2 embryos implanting in the uterus and developing into 2 cells. different pregnancy. This is called identical twins. Most identical twins have similar physical and psychological characteristics. 2. Causes of twin pregnancy A woman carrying twins can be due to some of the following reasons:
Heredity: The possibility of having twins will increase when a family has a mother or sister who has had twins; Age: Research shows that mothers over the age of 35 are more likely to have twins; Using fertility drugs: For women with irregular menstrual cycles, doctors will prescribe drugs to increase egg production. This can be the cause of multiple ovulations at once and if all are fertilized multiple pregnancy will occur; The intervention of assisted reproductive methods: The common feature of both intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF) methods is the use of fertility drugs. Therefore, the possibility of having twins with these two methods will be higher than natural insemination.
3. Ultrasound image of twins 6 weeks old
With the modern development of medicine today, through the effect of high-frequency sound waves, it is possible to record the 6-week-old twin ultrasound images. This is the time to record the baby's characteristics, through which it is possible to detect whether the baby's development is normal or not, helping the doctor to give the earliest and most timely interventions for the mother's health and little.
When the fetus has developed to the 6th week, most pregnant women can already detect that they are pregnant. The size of the 6-week-old twin at this time is very small, only about 0.6 cm long, equivalent to a pea. The baby's arms and legs are starting to form. The features on the baby's face are also clearer, the eyes are two small black spots that occupy nearly 1⁄4 of the face area, the nostrils have also appeared. However, this week, your baby's eyes are still located quite far apart, close to the temples.
4. 6-week-old twin ultrasound procedure
6 week old twin ultrasound is similar to single pregnancy ultrasound with the following procedure:
4.1. Transabdominal 6 week old twin ultrasound
Step 1: The pregnant woman lies on the bed and is asked to lift her shirt to reveal her belly. The doctor will apply a gel to the area where the ultrasound will be performed. Step 2: The doctor uses the transducer, gently moving on the abdomen of the pregnant woman to obtain the image of the fetus on the standard screen. Then, the doctor will wipe off the gel and the transabdominal ultrasound will end. Step 3: After the ultrasound is done, you will receive results from the doctor with conclusions about the mother's health, fetal development or any abnormalities in obstetrics. The doctor will also advise the mother with the necessary information about diet and exercise to raise a healthy baby.
4.2. 6 weeks pregnant twin ultrasound with vaginal transducer
Compared with the transabdominal 6-week-old twin ultrasound technique, the transvaginal route has superior advantages in terms of high accuracy and clearer images. The transvaginal ultrasound procedure is performed as follows:
A special transducer is inserted into the pregnant woman's vagina; The transducer will send ultrasound waves into the uterus of the pregnant woman to record characteristics such as the position, size, and development of the fetus. Then reproduce images to display on the ultrasound screen, the doctor will note abnormalities in mother and baby if any.
5. Notes when pregnant with twins
When pregnant with twins, mothers need to pay more attention to health as well as work and living regimes because the risks in pregnancy occur at a higher rate than in singleton pregnancies. For a successful pregnancy journey, pregnant women need to note the following:
Have a reasonable diet during pregnancy: Eating enough calories every day will help the baby to be born healthy, sturdy. On average, a woman will consume about 1,800 calories per day, while pregnant women need a total of 2,200 calories per day. So, with twins, the calorie intake must double, which means 600 calories for 2 babies, equivalent to 2,400 calories per day. Drink enough water: Drinking enough water will help increase the amount of amniotic fluid around the fetus, reduce the risk of urinary tract infections in pregnant women, avoid dehydration and ensure the blood needs of the body. In order not to be bored, in addition to cooled boiled water, pregnant mothers can drink various types of fruit juices such as unsweetened fruit juice, low-fat milk, or broth,.... Get enough sleep and rest properly: When Pregnant with twins, the pregnant mother's body will have to work twice as much as usual, so fatigue and loss of strength are inevitable. To limit this situation, reasonable rest and enough sleep is extremely important for pregnant women to have the best energy and resistance. Monitor your pregnancy carefully and regularly: After having a pregnancy ultrasound and having a doctor confirm that you are pregnant with twins, you will have a higher risk of pregnancy complications. Therefore, it is extremely necessary to choose a reputable medical facility with good medical skills to accompany pregnant women. Do appropriate exercise: According to doctors, exercising during pregnancy is very beneficial for the health of mother and baby. This will help you have a healthy pregnancy. Types of exercises specifically for pregnant women can be mentioned as regular walking, yoga, meditation or swimming... Through the above article, we hope to have provided the necessary information about twin pregnancy ultrasound 6 week for pregnant mothers to have the best preparation for themselves and their babies. If there are any abnormal symptoms during pregnancy, pregnant women should immediately go to a reputable medical facility for examination and advice from a specialist doctor.
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