Re: Amnio and bedrest
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 11 Mar 2001 14:06:42 -0600 (CST)
After an amnio, the results are back in 8-10 days from most labs, in
time to act upon the results if need be.
As far as travel, 1-2 day after the amnio is considered safe.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Sat, 10 Mar 2001, Maria wrote:
>
>I'll be having an amnio done at 17 weeks and I'm planning on travelling
>(short plane ride) ten days after that. Is it safe? Shall I do bedrest?
>my dr tells me
>two days of rest is enough, but that was before knowing about the flight
>plans.
>I don't want to risk a miscarriage and I'm worried about it.What should
>I do? Also, If done at 17 weeks, is it enough time in case I need to
>terminate the pregnancy? ( I hope There's no need though, keep my
>fingers crossed). Thank you
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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