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Early Pregnancy, Had Taken Norethisterone. Will It Harm The Baby?
I ve just found out I m pregnant! 6 weeks going by the date of my last period . I took norethisterone from 23rd Feb to 2nd March, would this harm my baby or do it any damage?
Sat, 23 Feb 2013
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Thank you for your query.
Norethisterone intake, specially around the first trimester, is known to cause abnormalities.
It causes masculinization ( virilization ) of a female fetus.
It is associated with various other anomalies, but no definite studies are there.
You should consult your gynecologist and have a consultation with a Fetal Medicine specialist / Genetic counsellor to know the exact risks and various tests that can be done to diagnose it.
Take care.
Thank you for your query.
Norethisterone intake, specially around the first trimester, is known to cause abnormalities.
It causes masculinization ( virilization ) of a female fetus.
It is associated with various other anomalies, but no definite studies are there.
You should consult your gynecologist and have a consultation with a Fetal Medicine specialist / Genetic counsellor to know the exact risks and various tests that can be done to diagnose it.
Take care.
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