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How Can Low Amniotic Fluid Level During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hi doc My wife had 23weeks and 4 days pregnant.she had anomaly scan at her 20 week and her dr told that amniotic fluid level is 8.dr advice to take more water and also advice to take drip.my wife took drip as well as intake more water than before.Today again dr checked amniotic fluid level is still 8. We are worried.please suggest Also tell what is the problem we shall face after baby birth ?
Thu, 19 Jul 2018
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Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The amniotic fluid is essential for the development of muscles, limbs, lungs, and the digestive system. In the second trimester, the baby begins to breathe and swallow the fluid to help their lungs grow and mature. The amniotic fluid also helps the baby develop muscles and limbs by providing plenty of room to move around.
Low amniotic fluid can be caused due to maternal diabetes, insufficient placenta or v a baby kidney problems.
She should
*have planty of fluids and water
*have frequent bathe and rest
*stevia is proven to increase amniotic fluid.

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How Can Low Amniotic Fluid Level During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is my advice. The amniotic fluid is essential for the development of muscles, limbs, lungs, and the digestive system. In the second trimester, the baby begins to breathe and swallow the fluid to help their lungs grow and mature. The amniotic fluid also helps the baby develop muscles and limbs by providing plenty of room to move around. Low amniotic fluid can be caused due to maternal diabetes, insufficient placenta or v a baby kidney problems. She should *have planty of fluids and water *have frequent bathe and rest *stevia is proven to increase amniotic fluid. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.