Question 1

what is fundal height?

Accepted Answer

Top of the uterus: Fundal height refers to the location of the top of your uterus. This is a quick and easy way to confirm that the uterus is growing normally. We start at the top of the pubic bone and use the tape measure to locate the top of the uterus. After 20 weeks this distance in centimeters roughly equals your gestational age. Ex: 28 CM fundal height = 28 weeks gestation.

Question 2

how to measure fundal height?

Accepted Answer

Measuring tape: Use the centimeter side and measure from the middle of the pubic bone (place the zero there) to the top of the curve of the uterus. In general the number of centimeters is about the number of weeks once beyond about 15 weeks.

Question 3

how to stop a placental bleed ?

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Depends.: Seek immediate medical attention. Depending on gestational age, surgery or bedrest and Progesterone can be of help.

Question 4

meaning of anterior (fundal body) placenta?

Accepted Answer

Front of uterus: It means that the placenta is attached to the front wall of the uterus - this is good.

Question 5

how do i know if my fundal height is  right?

Accepted Answer

Plus/minus 2cm: The fundal height should not vary more than two centimeters from what your gestational age is at the time. Your doctor would probably order an ultrasound to assess the situation further it you are lagging behind or measuring ahead.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of placental insufficiency?

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Hypertension, SGA.: Maternal hypertension, oligohydramnios and small-for-gestational age fetus (SGA) are the typical hallmarks of placental insufficiency.

Question 7

where can i find more info on placental insufficiency?

Accepted Answer

Please see URL: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001485.htm

As you can imagine, this is a big topic, very relevant to pregnancy and fetal safety.

Question 8

what should the fundal height be at 8 weeks (3rd child)?

Accepted Answer

None: An 8 week uterus is usually not popping out of the pelvis yet - if you are thin then it may be palpable above the pubic bone.

Question 9

what things can i do to treat placental insufficiency at home?

Accepted Answer

Keep appointments: It would be quiet essential that uou keeo your prenatal appointments so that your doctor can monitor the well-being of your fetus.  Beyond that, there is probably nothing more specific that you can do for placental insufficiency.  Maintaining a well balanced diet, keeping well hydrated, and taking your prenatal vitamins would be the most you could likely do on your own.

Question 10

location of placenta is fundal. grade 2. what does that mean. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Top of uterus: Fundal means the top of your uterus. A fundal placenta means it is located at the top which is normal. Placental grading is somewhat controversial. Most radiologist and perinatologists do not use this system. Grade 2 placentas at 25 weeks may or may not be normal. You will need to discuss the details with the doctor who performed the sonogram or is managing your pregnancy

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