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Re: Worried about measuring behind

From: j wang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 14 Aug 2001 07:48:02 -0500 (CDT)


In virtually all cases, things are fine. SOmetimes the baby is lying sideways, making the uterus measure smaller. The US will tell for sure.

At Mon, 13 Aug 2001, Shelley wrote: >
>I am 24 weeks and had my regular appointment today. I measured at 21 cm.
>I am very worried about the baby measuring so far behind. My dr. ordered
>a sonogram, but assured me that the baby probably was measuring behind
>because of my very small frame- I am 5'4'' and weighed 107 when I got
>pregnant.
>He said I might measure behind my whole pregnancy (at my last appt. I
>was 20 weeks and the baby measured 19 cm). He told me he was not
>worried, but I am terrified. Please give me your advice on this!
>Thanks!!
>Shelley Moore

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J Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine

statements are informational only and should not constitute a medical plan or treatment recommendation.




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