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What Could Be The Percentage Of Preterm Delivery With 9cms Amniotic Fluid While On Argipreg Sachet For 15 Days?

Hi Doctor,
I am 34 weeks pregnant and in my recent ultrasound report my Amniotic fluid is at 9 cm and my doctor said its at borderline. She has given me Argipreg Sachet for 15 days and said to have a ultrasound done till 7th of jan. She said if it didnt increase till 7th then may be she have to go for pre delivery. My due date of delivery is 6th of feb. Will it increase in following weeks or what is preterm possibility percent ..
Thu, 2 Jan 2014
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Hello
Thanks for writing to us with your health concern.
Yes, your amniotic fluid level is borderline low.
Whether your fluid level will improve or not, depends on the cause of the oligohydramnios ( decreased amniotic fluid levels )
Chromosomal anomalies and structural anomalies in the baby should be ruled out.
In a lot of cases, in the third trimester, it is due to inadequate maternal nutrition and poor hydration.
Drink atleast 4 - 5 litres of fluids per day.
Eat well and consume a high protein diet.
Supplement your medications with protein powder daily.
Take the sachets as advised.
If you observe these precautions, chances are high that the fluid levels might increase.
Rest well and sleep if possible always in the left lateral position.
If the fluid further decreases, preterm C section might be required.
Make sure you have a steroid shot to enhance baby's lung maturity before delivery.
Take care.
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What Could Be The Percentage Of Preterm Delivery With 9cms Amniotic Fluid While On Argipreg Sachet For 15 Days?

Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. Yes, your amniotic fluid level is borderline low. Whether your fluid level will improve or not, depends on the cause of the oligohydramnios ( decreased amniotic fluid levels ) Chromosomal anomalies and structural anomalies in the baby should be ruled out. In a lot of cases, in the third trimester, it is due to inadequate maternal nutrition and poor hydration. Drink atleast 4 - 5 litres of fluids per day. Eat well and consume a high protein diet. Supplement your medications with protein powder daily. Take the sachets as advised. If you observe these precautions, chances are high that the fluid levels might increase. Rest well and sleep if possible always in the left lateral position. If the fluid further decreases, preterm C section might be required. Make sure you have a steroid shot to enhance baby s lung maturity before delivery. Take care.