What to do if the fetus is too small during prenatal checkup
Recently, the issue of small fetuses found during prenatal check-ups has become a hot topic, and many expectant mothers have expressed concerns about this. This article will combine the hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide a structured analysis of the causes, countermeasures and precautions for a small fetus to help expectant mothers respond scientifically.
1. Common causes of small fetus
| Cause classification | specific factors | Proportion (reference) |
|---|---|---|
| maternal factors | Malnutrition, gestational hypertension, anemia | 35% |
| placental factors | Placental insufficiency, umbilical cord abnormalities | 25% |
| fetal factors | Chromosomal abnormalities, infections | 20% |
| Others | Gestational age calculation errors, genetic factors | 20% |
2. Examination methods to confirm the diagnosis of small fetus
If the prenatal examination reveals that the fetus is small, the doctor will usually recommend the following tests for further confirmation:
| Check items | purpose | Applicable gestational age |
|---|---|---|
| B-ultrasound measurement | Assess fetal head circumference, abdominal circumference, femur length | the whole process |
| Fetal heart rate monitoring | Monitor fetal status in utero | After 28 weeks of pregnancy |
| Non-invasive DNA | Check for chromosomal abnormalities | 12-22 weeks pregnant |
| Cord blood flow test | Assess blood supply to the placenta | late pregnancy |
3. Scientific response measures
1.Nutritional supplement program
| Nutrients | Recommended food | recommended daily amount |
|---|---|---|
| protein | Fish, eggs, soy products | 70-100g |
| Iron | Red meat, animal liver | 27mg |
| Calcium | milk, sesame | 1000mg |
| DHA | Deep sea fish, algae oil | 200mg |
2.medical interventions
• Intravenous nutrition support (severely malnourished)
• Aspirin therapy (when placental blood flow is insufficient)
• Regular monitoring (review of B-ultrasound every week/bi-weekly)
4. Top 5 hotly discussed issues among netizens recently
| question | Key points from experts |
|---|---|
| Do I need to be hospitalized if I'm 2 weeks too young? | It is necessary to consider the cause of the disease, and if it is simply too small, it can be followed up in the outpatient clinic. |
| Can eating durian help you get pregnant? | High sugar levels are risky, so a balanced diet is recommended |
| Can I still catch up in the third trimester of pregnancy? | Intervention is most effective before 32 weeks, and more monitoring is needed in the later stages. |
| Will a small fetus lead to premature birth? | Placental function needs to be evaluated, the risk is increased but not absolute |
| Circumstances requiring termination of pregnancy | When the fetus stops growing or suffers from intrauterine distress |
5. Things to note
1. Avoid taking supplements blindly and adjust your diet under the guidance of a doctor.
2. Record fetal movements every day (normally ≥6 times in 2 hours)
3. Control basic diseases (such as hypertension, diabetes)
4. Maintain emotional stability and avoid excessive anxiety
5. Choose left lateral decubitus position to improve blood supply to the placenta
Note: The data in this article are based on the National Health Commission’s guidelines and clinical statistics from tertiary hospitals. Please follow your doctor’s advice for individual circumstances. Recent hot searches show that about 68% of cases of small fetuses can be improved through scientific intervention. Expectant mothers should maintain confidence and actively cooperate with treatment.
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