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Does Ultrasound Referring To Baby S Size Reflect Problems In Pregnancy?

hi Doctor, I m 18 weeks pregnant. Yesterday, I got a ultrasound measurement. the FL: 2.3cm, BPD: 4.2cm. the doctor who did the measurement said that my baby has short FL. I m so worry! I did the double test & nuchal translucency test are normal. Could my baby got any problem? Pls advice. Thanks alot.
Mon, 29 Sep 2014
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Hello, short FL means growth restricted baby so you need to keep a strict follow up to manage the issue.
A repeat ultrasound after 3 weeks and good diet.
Also get a uterine artery Doppler ultrasound done.
In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on http://bit.ly/drmanishajain
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Does Ultrasound Referring To Baby S Size Reflect Problems In Pregnancy?

Hello, short FL means growth restricted baby so you need to keep a strict follow up to manage the issue. A repeat ultrasound after 3 weeks and good diet. Also get a uterine artery Doppler ultrasound done. In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on http://bit.ly/drmanishajain