Question 1

what is placenta previa?

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Placenta over cervix: Placenta previa is a complication of pregnancy where the placenta is covering the opening of the uterus called the cervix. It occurs in 1/200 pregnancies more commonly in patients with a previous c section. If diagnosed in early pregnancy it may resolve before delivery. If not a C-section will be needed. It can cause painless bleeding often requiring  bedrest.

Question 2

is placenta previa hereditary?

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no: Placenta previa is an obstetric complication in which the placenta is inserted partially or wholly in lower uterine segment.It can sometimes occur in the later part of the first trimester, but usually during the second or third. It is a leading cause of antepartum haemorrhage (vaginal bleeding). It affects approximately 0.4-0.5% of all labours.

Question 3

what are the tests for placenta previa?

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Ultrasound: Ultrasound is the main way to follow a previa.  If your previa resolves with time, your labor should be the same as anyone else's.  If it doesn't, tests for anemia, clotting factors, and blood availabilty are tests that are performed to be prepared for any emergency at delivery. Most patients are at bed rest in their 2nd trimester and pelvic rest until delivery.

Question 4

do a lot of people get placenta previa?

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1 in 200: Placenta previa occurs in approximately 1 in 200 pregnancies. It is a condition where the placenta blocks the opening to your cervix. Placenta previa is usually diagnosed by routine ultrasound. Or, women may experience painless vaginal bleeding, prompting evaluation. Placenta previa is usually followed by your doctor during pregnancy. Delivery must occur via c-section.

Question 5

what is placenta previa marginalis grade 2?

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Placenta previa: Normally, the position of the placenta is near the top of the womb.  In some cases however, the placenta stays in the lower portion (part) of the womb, and either partially or completely covers the cervix (neck of the womb). The described grading is when the placenta reaches the cervix, but doesn't cover it.

Question 6

what can you tell me about placenta previa?

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Attached over cervix: Placenta previa is when the placenta attaches low inside the uterus, near theopening of the birth canal/cervix.  This can cause problems during the birth process because when the cervix starts dilating it could tear the blood vessels in the placenta, depriving the baby of blood and making mom lose too much blood.  To be safe, many ob's recommend a c-section instead of vaginal birth.

Question 7

i was told i have placenta previa. now what do i do?

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Listen to your Doc: If it's early in your first trimester, usuallly not much different.  In your late second or third trimester, listen to your doc.  They'll prescribe rest, definitely to the hospital if you have any bleeding or cramping, and serial ultrasounds to see if the cervix has cleared.  If it doesn't clear the cervix, a c-section is planned for delivery.  Steroids may be given to help if you need early del.

Question 8

what are the most common symptoms of placenta previa?

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Painless bleeding: The most common symptom of placenta previa is painless vaginal bleeding.  If you suspect you might have a placenta previa, an ultrasound can tell you whether you have one or not.

Question 9

can a placenta previa totalis able to deliver normally?

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NO: I believe only safe option is a planned cesarean section. That way no blood from infant & placenta will be lost and infant will not endure any risk.

Question 10

i was diagnosed with marginal placenta previa. will it move?

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It can.: Depending on how far along you are in the pregnancy right now.

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