Question 1

what is the best treatment for placenta previa?

Accepted Answer

Caution: Very careful monitoring by your obstetrician, and a planned cesarean section in most cases.

Question 2

does placenta previa require treatment?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If a placenta previa is still present at term, a cesarean delivery is indicated.

Question 3

can somebody explain for me treatment of placenta previa?

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Prelabor c-section.: The surgical management of persistent placenta previa is pre-labor cesarean section at 36-37 weeks in a large hospital with blood bank and ICU availability.

Question 4

why is there bleeding with  placenta previa?

Accepted Answer

Placenta: When placenta is on lower uterine segment, it is called placenta previa. When plans is completely covering the internal os it is complete placenta previa. When the lower segment of uterus gets stretched in last trimester, it distrupts the placenta to cause bleeding.

Question 5

could placenta previa lead to placenta percreta?

Accepted Answer

PP can be percreta: A placenta prévia can invade the uterine and cervical tissues and be associated with a placenta increta and placenta percreta.

Question 6

why is the bleeding painless from placenta previa?

Accepted Answer

Placenta prevIa: The stretching of lower uterine segment causes the disruption in blood supply to the plaventa. The blood usually comes out of the internal os. So this bleeding is painless. Rarely is there is collection of blood behind placenta than it can be painful.

Question 7

i have complete placenta previa at 33weeks and sufering from constipation?

Accepted Answer

Take colace (docusate sodium).: Straining for defecation, heavy lifting, sexual intercourse can all trigger catastrophic bleeding in cases of placenta previa. Take colace (docusate sodium) regularly (100 mg 2-3 times daily) to avoid constipation, drink plenty of water, avoid all exercise or intercourse. Stay close to your maternity hospital and go to the er via ambulance as soon as you experience any vaginal bleeding.

Question 8

why does placenta previa cause cramping and bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Placenta previa is the placenta implanting over the internal opening of the cervix, and is a very serious problem.  It will necessitate you having a caesarean section, as you will not be able to have a vaginal birth.  As to bleeding, it can be very serious, and should be reported to your doctor immediately.

Question 9

is it safe to engage in sexual activity without intercourse if i have placenta previa?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can engage in sexual activity as long as nothing is placed inside the vagina to avoid disrupting the placenta and causing bleeding.  Finding other ways to stay intimate with your partner is normal and healthy.

Question 10

i have placenta previa. placenta is .5cm away from cervix. was told no sex. are orgasms ok?

Accepted Answer

Orgasm at own risk: Orgasm can cause uterine contractions which can cause the cervix to open in late pregnancy triggering placental previa  massive bleeding. Talk to your OB MD about this question and take his/her advice as they will be managing the complications of the answer.

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