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What is the normal range of nuchal translucency?
Hello doctor. Doctor, can you tell me if a nuchal translucency of 0.8 to 0.9 mm is considered normal? Thank you for your advice.
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The nuchal translucency measured at more than 12 weeks gestation is 1.2mm, is it okay?
I am 15 weeks pregnant and had an ultrasound showing the nuchal translucency was 1.2mm at 12 weeks and 5 days. So doctor, can you tell me if the nuchal translucency measured at more than 12 weeks of pregnancy was 1.2mm, is that okay? I forgot to ask the doctor what the results of Trisomi 21 and Trisomi 18 mean?
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17 weeks fetus, short nose bone?
I am 37 years old, I am 17 weeks pregnant, my second child. I did a prenatal screening test at 13 weeks, the result was Trisomy 21.18.13 low risk. But at 17 weeks, the ultrasound result showed a short nasal bone of 3.0. So I would like to ask, is it okay for a 17-week fetus to have a short nasal bone?
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4 weeks pregnant without yolksac, embryo okay?
My period is 8 days late, the test stick shows 2 lines. I went to the doctor and found an 11mm gestational sac with no yolk sac or embryo. The conclusion is that the pregnancy is 4 weeks and 1 day old. Doctor, can you tell me if a 4-week pregnancy with no yolk sac or embryo is okay? Is the pregnancy developing slowly? I had 2 miscarriages, once at 8 weeks, once at 5 weeks, so I'm very worried.
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Is it dangerous to get pregnant after implantation?
I had a cesarean section 2 months ago and then I got a contraceptive implant, but now I'm still pregnant. So doctor, can you tell me if it's dangerous to get pregnant after getting a contraceptive implant?
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What do the percentiles of the fetal ultrasound result indicate?
My husband and I just went for a prenatal check-up and the results are as follows: 19 weeks and 2 days pregnant, fetal heart rate 146 beats/minute, biparietal diameter 43mm (45%), head circumference 157mm (15%), femur length 28mm (24%), abdominal circumference 125mm (14%), posterior placenta position group 2, maturity level 0. So I would like to ask the doctor if these parameters are good and please explain to me what the percentile index in the ultrasound results indicates? I sincerely thank you!
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Does taking thyroid medication affect the fetus?
Taking thyroid medication to affect the fetus is not a common concern of many mothers who find out they are pregnant while undergoing thyroid treatment. Although studies show that thyroid medication has little effect on the fetus, however, to ensure safety, usually pregnant women are prescribed thyroid medication with the lowest dose. When taking the drug, mother and baby also need to be closely monitored throughout pregnancy.
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How can sexually transmitted infections (STIs) be prevented?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) include a wide range of diseases that are typically transmitted through sexual activity. These diseases can be caused by many different types of pathogens: bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites. How can you prevent sexually transmitted infections? The information below will answer this question.
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Information about genital herpes
Genital herpes, also known as genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the Herpes Simplex virus (HSV). When the virus enters the body, it will cause many negative effects on the patient's health, so experts advise that you should learn carefully about genital herpes to have measures to prevent and treat it if necessary.
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Preventing cramps in the last 3 months of pregnancy
Cramps are a common occurrence in pregnant women, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy. Cramps are usually not dangerous and usually go away on their own after giving birth, but they cause pain and affect the mother's daily life. The following article will provide useful tips to help reduce cramps during pregnancy.
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Newborn screening tests should be done soon after birth
Every year, up to 8 million children in the world are born with birth defects. Newborn screening programs aim to detect metabolic disorders in children early, helping to prevent dangerous complications and giving children a normal, healthy life.
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