Question 1

am 36w preg.my amniotic fluid index is 9.5cm.tkng l-argentine and proanthocyqnide granules.when will afi increase? worried.

Accepted Answer

Fluid is normal: An AFI of 9.5 cm is normal. It is not low. At 36 weeks an AFI less than 5 cm would be considered low. If you are taking these supplements make sure your doctor is aware. Please do not take herbal supplements without first clearing them with your doctor.

Question 2

what does it mean to have normal range of amniotic fluid index, but at the upper limit of 22cm (33 weeks). what causes this?

Accepted Answer

Worth following: The upper limit of normal is still normal, however it is worth following up to make sure in  a few weeks the fluid volume has not increased.  In at least 1/3 of cases we cannot figure out what causes the fluid volume to be high.  It can also be caused by gestational diabetes. Rarely a fetal abnormality that reduces the fetal ability to swallow can cause increased amniotic fluid.

Question 3

my wife has amniotic fluid index 6, we are at 36.3 weeks, doppler is normal, doc said c-section, wen asked if we can wait he says we can wait, can we?

Accepted Answer

If doc says so, yes: If her doctor advised you, then that's the person to ask. Good luck.

Question 4

is amniotic fluid index of 7 is less at 34 weeks pregnancy? what options are available to increase afi?

Accepted Answer

: By UPTODATE:
Normal AFI:  above 5 cm and below 24 cm -  AFI of 5.1 to 8 cm has been termed borderline, but the clinical implications are unclear, and no strong evidence exists to support additional antenatal assessment of these pregnancies. We manage pregnancies with an AFI of 5.1 to 8 cm the same way as an AFI above 8 cm, without additional testing or hydration. Gestational age is not considered.

Question 5

hello, i am 39 weeks and 1 day pregnant, and i don't have any sing of labor. is there any thing that might help me? the amniotic fluid index is 9

Accepted Answer

Consider induction: Labor can come on suddenly without warning signs; that is OK/normal.  An amniotic fluid index greater than 8 is considered normal.   If you want to go into labor, talk to your provider about induction.  Many Obs will induce labor at 39-40 weeks if your cervix is ripe.   If this is your first baby, its better to wait until at least 40 weeks.  Best wishes!

Question 6

34 weeks pregnant. amniotic fluid index, afi=26.4. concern? will my baby be safe inside?

Accepted Answer

Close monitoring: The fluid levels around  the baby fluctuate during pregnancy. If the fluids continue to increase and you have other medical conditions such as diabetes, your OB/GYN may choose to perform procedures to reduce the fluid as needed. Fluid level of 26 is just above the normal cusp of normal (25) and a repeat ultrasound will help.

Question 7

hi, im 32 weeks pregnant and my amniotic fluid index is 18 with normal levels of diabetes my gynec did not suggested me any medication for it are there any chances of increase in the index again please help me im worried?

Accepted Answer

: AFI of 18 at 32 weeks is good, why do you want to increase the index?

Question 8

34 wk pregnant.hep a positive,elevated ast (33) & alt (52) levels.amniotic fluid index=26.4.is it safe to take tdap vaccination with these conditions?

Accepted Answer

Tdap: If you're not feeling sick from the hepatitis A, it is ok to get the Tdap vaccine.   Good luck

Question 9

what does an excess of amniotic fluid mean?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Excess amniotic fluid can rarely mean there might be a problem with the baby's genetics or development.

Question 10

is low levels of amniotic fluid a big concern?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low fluid is something of concern. There is risks of growth retardation, fetal compromise due to cord compression. It could do to fetal anomalies. There is a lot of causes of low fluid. It is very important that your dr gives close f/u.

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Am 36w preg.my amniotic fluid index is 9.5cm.tkng l-argentine and proanthocyqnide granules.when will afi increase? worried.

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What does it mean to have normal range of amniotic fluid index, but at the upper limit of 22cm (33 weeks). what causes this?

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My wife has amniotic fluid index 6, we are at 36.3 weeks, doppler is normal, doc said c-section, wen asked if we can wait he says we can wait, can we?

A member asked:

Is amniotic fluid index of 7 is less at 34 weeks pregnancy? what options are available to increase afi?

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Hello, i am 39 weeks and 1 day pregnant, and i don't have any sing of labor. is there any thing that might help me? the amniotic fluid index is 9

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34 weeks pregnant. amniotic fluid index, afi=26.4. concern? will my baby be safe inside?

A member asked:

Hi, im 32 weeks pregnant and my amniotic fluid index is 18 with normal levels of diabetes my gynec did not suggested me any medication for it are there any chances of increase in the index again please help me im worried?

A member asked:

34 wk pregnant.hep a positive,elevated ast (33) & alt (52) levels.amniotic fluid index=26.4.is it safe to take tdap vaccination with these conditions?

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What does an excess of amniotic fluid mean?

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Is low levels of amniotic fluid a big concern?

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