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Re: Amniotic fluid levels?

From: j wang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 1 Jan 2002 12:45:09 -0600 (CST)


Fluid tends to decrease after term. It is a little low, and if it decreases more, induction may be considered.

At Mon, 31 Dec 2001, diane wrote: >
>My due date is Jan 3. I am 40 years old and this is our first.
>
>I just had a biophysical profile done. The baby looks
>just fine. My fluid level, however, has dropped from
>13 (on December 27) to 8 (December 31).
>
>I go in again on Thursday for another profile.
>
>My husband is rather concerned about the drop in the fluid
>level. He's called the OB to discuss it but has not
>gotten through yet. Do you think this is cause for concern?

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

Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.




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