Question 1

what could cause fetal lower urinary tract obstruction?

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Fetus urInary block: The most common cause of a fetus having lower urinary tract blockage would be a "posterior urethral valves".  This happens in boys and has a spectrum of presentation and treatments depending on the severity of the blockage and there may be issues with the bladder and kidneys because of the blockage. Because this issue can harm the fetus' lungs, your OB and. Pediatric urologist should be involved.

Question 2

what point is an embryo, fetus, or baby considered a human being in the u.s.?

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Depends: This depends on who you ask. Some have a personal opinion that life begins at conception, some at "reasonable expectation of viability", some at birth.Various states have their own legal definition of status.I don't expect the arguments to be resolved in my lifetime & i doubt there will ever be a consensus on the matter.

Question 3

when is the fetus considered properly developed?

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Confusing question: There are expected & proper developmental features at every week during fetal development. There can also be evidence of delays or improper development at any specific  point. Most organ systems are visibly  normal by 12 weeks, but additional brain, lung and other system development continues up to and past delivery.

Question 4

when is a fetus considered a human life under u.s. law?

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Fetus: When a fetus has reached 24 weeks estimated gestational age it is considered to be a viable fetus and therefore afforded all medical efforts to maintain life if born. Prior to this gestational age the fetus is considered to be nonviable.

Question 5

at what week of a pregnancy is a fetus considered a real live baby?

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Philosophical questi: That is not really fully a medical question - various factors come into play based on peoples upbringing and religious/moral beliefs.   Some consider conception the beginning of life - some consider the baby only when it reaches the age where it is "viable" outside of mom (somewhere in the 24-26 week gestation).

Question 6

im 5w6d in scan. ive ben spoting,still no fetal pole and ges sac has grown fr 1.0cm- 1.6cm n 6dys.what are my chances n seeing my baby there soon?

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Week 6-7: One does not expect to see a fetal pole until week 6-7 weeks. You can schedule a follow up visit for that time period

Question 7

how does a fetus develop?

Accepted Answer

Genetic programming: Just like a computer program the genetic composition of the developing egg determines what will appear on the "computer screen"(baby). In conjunction with  good nutrition by the mother, Voila! a new life to nurture.

Question 8

how to increase fetus weight?

Accepted Answer

Healthy diet.: Human fetal growth relies on many  factors, most of which are not modifiable (e.g. Genetic material, placental function). Some others are, namely healthy diet, avoidance of smoking cigarettes and euglycemia. The curve attached shows how the human fetus grows exponentially near the end of the pregnancy - so another thing you can do to help your fetus grow  is to avoid stress and reach your due date.

Question 9

would like to how the fetus looks week by week?

Accepted Answer

Good sites: Two good resources follow. One is a website and the other is a book.1. http://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/week-by-week/  2. "what to expect when you are expecting". They will describe / show fetus appearance.

Question 10

what are the effects of meselamine tab. 500 mg. on a fetus?

Accepted Answer

Meselamine: Meselamine may not be indicated in pregnancy because it can cause blood dyscrasias, nephrotic syndrome or pancreatitis.

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