Question 1

how many women bleed during the third trimester?

Accepted Answer

Not too many: I would get some attention on that one.  It could be your cervix changing but more worrisome is bleeding from the placenta compromising fetal oxygen.  Some spotting after intercourse isn't unusual but third trimester bleeding is nothing to blow off.

Question 2

pain in navel during third trimester of pregancy?

Accepted Answer

Not : Uncommon  due to the pressure in that area

Question 3

is taking acyclovir during the third trimester okay?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, and recommended in many cases to decrease the chance of a herpetic genital lesion at the time of labor.  An active lesion at the time of labor, usually cause a recommendation for cesarean birth.

Question 4

is it safe to lay on my back during the third trimester of pregnanct?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: The uterus can rotate to the right & impact blood flow back to the heart from compression of the vena cava. Probably the best position for sleep in the 3rd trimester is on the left side in fetal position. That maximizes blood flow to the placenta which is how the baby gets nourishment.

Question 5

is it normal to have cramping during my third trimester?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most people have sometype of cramping throughout there pregnancy.  It is more common during the third trimester.

Question 6

can i eat fresh pineapple during third trimester? is listeria a concern?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But avoid if contaminated or if on recall. Buy from safe regular or whole food stores.

Question 7

sharp vaginal pains during third trimester, what is stretching and what is prelabor?

Accepted Answer

Fetal pressure +: The pressure and movement of the fetus in the uerus will often initiate "pre-labor" contractions which can be measured on a fetal monitor. These are often rhythmic in nature as opposed to the pressure of "stretching" pains.

Question 8

afrin (oxymetazoline) during third trimester.. is it safe to take?

Accepted Answer

Afrin (oxymetazoline): Afrin (oxymetazoline) is fda pregnancy category c.  Drugs.Com defines category c as “animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.” thus discuss with your ob/physician to determine if benefits outweigh risks.

Question 9

can i have the 3d ultrasound to detect fetus abnormalities during third trimester?

Accepted Answer

Ask you MD: You need to ask your MD that question because they are best able to interpret any findings as well with the exam.

Question 10

can i eat ice cream during the third trimester? is there a concern about listeria?

Accepted Answer

Odd posting: In the US, ice cream from commercial vendors is pasteurized and provides no risk to a pregnant woman at any stage. If you are consuming home or farm made ice cream from raw milk (illegal in many areas) it would be risky at any stage of pregnancy, not just the last trimester.

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