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The article was expertly consulted by MSc Nguyen Thi Hong On, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.The fetus could have survived if it had to be delivered at 24 weeks, but would still need the help of a ventilator if the delivery had to take place. During this week of pregnancy, the baby's skin is wrinkled, but these lines are being filled in and blurred as the fetus develops fat that accumulates beneath the skin. As your belly gets bigger, you may notice stretch marks forming on your belly, which will fade after giving birth. Between now and week 28, your doctor will have a glucose screening test to check for gestational diabetes.
1. What changes are happening to the pregnant woman's body?
At 24 weeks of pregnancy, you can feel the top of the uterus about 5cm from the navel. The skin on the abdomen and chest is stretched, which can make these areas feel itchy, and itchy skin can be caused by dry skin. If you are experiencing itchy and/or dry skin, use a moisturizer or lotion. Eyes can also feel more sensitive and dry during pregnancy, so you can alleviate some of this discomfort by using artificial tears to keep your eyes moist.
This week you will have more frequent Braxton Hicks contractions. These contractions cause the uterus to contract at random times. Don't worry unless it's too painful, or the contractions are frequent, or you're starting to have lower back pain. In particular, women will suffer from this syndrome more every time they bend down, stand up straight, after sex and when climbing stairs.
There will be many changes taking place in the digestive system, it is not pleasant. Constipation during pregnancy is a persistent symptom for women who feel like they are spending too much time having a bowel movement. Remember to drink plenty of water, eat plenty of foods that are high in fiber, and try to exercise daily.
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Các dấu hiệu mang thai sớm không phải chỉ mỗi trễ kinh mà còn có rất nhiều dấu hiệu khác như xuất huyết âm đạo, ngực căng tức,… Điểm xem bạn biết được bao nhiêu dấu hiệu mang thai sớm thông qua bài trắc nghiệm này nhé!
2. The development of the fetus week 24
How much does a 24 week old fetus weigh? At 24 weeks, the fetus is more than 32 cm long and weighs about 665 g. The fetal brain is developing rapidly at this time. Taste buds are also forming and the lungs are growing and becoming more complex. The main branches of the lungs are beginning to form as well as special cells that will produce surfactant or surfactant, which is necessary for the alveoli to easily inflate. Babies born prematurely often have trouble breathing because these cells don't have enough time to grow or don't make enough surfactant.
Ở tuần thứ 24, thai nhi đã dài hơn 32 cm và nặng khoảng 665 g.
3. What should pregnant women plan for this week?
Between 24 and 28 weeks, most doctors will order a glucose screening test to detect gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is gestational diabetes that is associated with maternal hyperglycemia to a lesser extent than gestational diabetes (overt diabetes) and increases the risk of adverse obstetric outcomes. . Signs and symptoms may include:Sugar in pregnant woman's urine Unusual thirst Frequent urination Fatigue Nausea. About 2-5% of all mothers at risk will develop gestational diabetes. Doctors check for gestational diabetes between weeks 24 and 28 because the placenta is producing large amounts of hormones that can cause insulin resistance. If the test results are still high again, your doctor will do some more tests to confirm the diagnosis of gestational diabetes.
Details of fetal development week by week, every parent should learn:
4. Tips for a healthier pregnancy
If you are having problems with heartburn, you may want to split your meals throughout the day. Many women find that eating five or six small meals a day reduces their heartburn symptoms. Heartburn can also be reduced by skipping junk food and late-night meals.
Pregnant women can apply the following lifestyle regimen to prevent anemia and help the baby grow healthy:
Eat iron-rich foods such as green vegetables such as spinach, fish such as salmon, sardines, poultry and red meat. Maintain taking iron and folic acid supplements as directed by your doctor. Iron is very important because it is a "weapon" to help the mother fight anemia and other symptoms of pregnancy. Folic acid helps the mother form red blood cells. Eat foods rich in vitamin C. Because vitamin C simply helps your body absorb iron better. Eat foods rich in B vitamins including folate (found in green leafy vegetables, beans and whole grains), and B12 (found in milk), which also aid in the formation of red blood cells. Regular exercise is also a healthy habit during pregnancy. Exercise helps pregnant women reduce the risk of diabetes. But be sure to consult your doctor before trying any exercise. The second trimester of pregnancy is a period of strong fetal development. Pregnant women need:
Comprehensive fetal malformation screening by superior 4D ultrasound technique. Screening for gestational diabetes, avoiding many dangerous complications for both mother and baby. Control the mother's weight reasonably to assess the health status of the pregnant woman and the development of the fetus. Understand the signs of threatened early delivery (especially in those carrying multiple pregnancies or having a history of miscarriage or premature birth) so that they can receive timely treatment to maintain pregnancy. To protect mother and baby during pregnancy, Vinmec provides a comprehensive Maternity service to monitor the health status of mother and baby, periodical antenatal check-ups with leading Obstetricians and Gynecologists. enough tests, important screening for pregnant women, counseling and timely intervention when detecting abnormalities in the health of mother and baby.
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