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Pregnancy Ultrasound Report Showing Placenta In Posterior Lower Segment. Have Contractions. Worried
Hi ,yesterday i had my 23 week ultrasound and the report says my placenta is posterior lower segment just above the os .what does it mean is it normal,i also have some contractions for past few days.This is my second baby and i didnt have any such problems with my 1st one. subchorionic blood clot was seen in my 5th week u/s but it gradually disappeared does it have any connection with my current problems please advice.
Mon, 13 May 2013
Dear user, welcome to healthcare magic.
Presence of a sub chorionic bood clot in early pregnancy has nothing to do with your current situation. Now you have a low lying placenta (placenta previa), posterior and covering the internal os.
This abnormal condition may subside by time (placental migration), or it may persist and in this case I would like to give you these instructions:
- if you experience any vaginal bleeding call your doctor right away. If the bleeding is severe seek emergency medical care.
- avoid straining for any reason... Lifting heavy objects, constipation, cough, sexual intercourse.
- deliver in a tertiary center with Intensive care, blood bank and neonatal intensive care facilities available.
- a senior obstetrician, anesthetic and neonatologist should be available.
Finally I hope these words were useful to you and I wish you good luck.
Dr. Ahmed Bahaa.
Presence of a sub chorionic bood clot in early pregnancy has nothing to do with your current situation. Now you have a low lying placenta (placenta previa), posterior and covering the internal os.
This abnormal condition may subside by time (placental migration), or it may persist and in this case I would like to give you these instructions:
- if you experience any vaginal bleeding call your doctor right away. If the bleeding is severe seek emergency medical care.
- avoid straining for any reason... Lifting heavy objects, constipation, cough, sexual intercourse.
- deliver in a tertiary center with Intensive care, blood bank and neonatal intensive care facilities available.
- a senior obstetrician, anesthetic and neonatologist should be available.
Finally I hope these words were useful to you and I wish you good luck.
Dr. Ahmed Bahaa.
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