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What Causes Constant Hiccups During 31st Week Of Pregnancy?
Question: Hello doctor im 31 weeks pregnant and i have noticed my baby getting hiccups 5-6 times a day..baby movements appear normal..my friend had this and said they found out the cord was around baby's neck..should i be worried?
Brief Answer:
It's normal
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
It is absolutely normal for the baby to have hiccups inside the womb.
The frequency of the hiccups in a day is variable and it has no relation to the position of the baby or the cord, whether loose or around the neck.
You should not worry at all.
The important thing is that the fetal movements should be normal with a frequency of more than 12 in a day.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
It's normal
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
It is absolutely normal for the baby to have hiccups inside the womb.
The frequency of the hiccups in a day is variable and it has no relation to the position of the baby or the cord, whether loose or around the neck.
You should not worry at all.
The important thing is that the fetal movements should be normal with a frequency of more than 12 in a day.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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Dr. Raju A.T
Answered by
Dr. Deepti Verma
OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Practicing since :2009
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