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The article is professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Lai Thi Nguyet Hang - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
Placenta previa is a phenomenon in which the placenta partially or completely covers the mother's cervical opening. A placenta previa pregnancy can cause severe bleeding before or during delivery. So what is the cause of placenta previa?
The placenta provides oxygen and nutrients for the growing fetus, and removes waste products from the baby's blood. The placenta attaches to the wall of the uterus and the baby's umbilical cord.
1. What is vegetable striker?
Normally the placenta attaches anteriorly (in front of the uterine wall), posteriorly (behind the uterine wall), above the uterine wall, and to the right or left side of the uterus. Placenta previa is a phenomenon where the placenta is located at the lowest position of the uterus and partially or completely covers the cervix, causing bleeding during pregnancy.2. What is the cause of placenta previa?
The exact cause of placenta previa is still unknown. The placenta can develop wherever the embryo implants in the uterus. When the embryo implants in the lower part of the uterus, the placenta can grow from this position, not moving upward during pregnancy, which will lead to placenta previa.
In addition, placenta previa can also be found in some women such as:
Having multiple births. Having multiple miscarriages or abortions. Previous uterine infection. Had placenta praevia in a previous pregnancy. However, first-timers can still develop placenta previa. Large placenta, due to multiple pregnancy Elderly pregnant women (over 35 years old). The uterus is irregularly shaped. Women use as many stimulants as smoking.
3. Expression of vegetable striker
Abnormal vaginal bleeding (bright red blood) is painless in the second half of pregnancy. Bleeding ranges from mild to severe, and can be small or large. Bleeding may go away on its own without treatment. However, it is possible to recur after a few days or weeks. Some women with placenta previa may face contractions that are accompanied by bleeding. Therefore, if you experience abnormal vaginal bleeding during your second or third trimester, consult your doctor immediately. In case of heavy bleeding, immediate medical attention is required.
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4. How many weeks pregnant to know the striker?
Most cases of placenta previa can be detected as early as 20 weeks of pregnancy by fetal ultrasound. During an ultrasound, the doctor can determine where the placenta is attached to the uterus: fundus, body, anterior or posterior, low placenta, central or semi-central previa.
Pregnancy with placenta previa affects the health of mother and baby during pregnancy. Pregnant women should have regular antenatal check-ups to promptly detect abnormalities that may be seen during pregnancy.
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