Question 1

is excess amniotic fluid a cause for concern?

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Yes: Excess amniotic fluid can be associated with diabetes, infection, and birth defects that prevent the fetus from swallowing. It can also be associated with an increased risk of stillbirth. Once the causes above have been eliminated, testing of the fetus' wellbeing should be done until delivery.

Question 2

excess+amniotic+fluid+at+24+weeks what are the complications

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Polyhydramnios: Excess fluid is associated with preterm labor, preterm delivery, and increased incidence of breech presentation. However, most cases still end well. The more important question is, what is causing the increased fluid? The cause of the polyhydramnios is the most important issue. Your doctor will know what testing needs to be performed. The findings will determine how your pregnancy is managed.

Question 3

what does an excess of amniotic fluid mean?

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

Question 4

what to do about excessive amniotic fluid (hydramnios or polyhydramnios?

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Polyhydramnios: Most mild cases of polyhydramnios can be observed and just followed with increased testing. Most of time, all goes well.
Treating maternal diabetes, if that is the cause, can also improve the polyhydramnios.
In severe cases, medication or drainage of some of the fluid may be indicated.

Question 5

could having excess amniotic fluid at 33-35 weeks cause pre- term labour? (levels were 22cm and considered "normal, but at higher range").

Accepted Answer

Yes: Excess fluid causes distension or additional "stretching " of uterine muscle and may make it more irritable and contract more.  22 cm is not terribly high but still could cause an increase in contractions.  You need to be checked to see if this is causing true preterm labor with cervical change or just preterm contractions.

Question 6

what is the normal amount of amniotic fluid?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 800 cc: The amount of amniotic fluid is greatest at about 34 weeks (gestation) into the pregnancy, when it averages 800 mL. About 600 mL of amniotic fluid surrounds the baby at full term (40 weeks gestation). Having said that, amniotic fluid is exchanged between mother and her fetus several times a day.

Question 7

is there any way to increase amniotic fluid if it is low?

Accepted Answer

Rest and hydration: There is not a great definitive way to increase amniotic fluid when it is low. Often times complete rest and hydration are recommended. If the pregnancy is close enough to the due date, delivery is recommended because low fluid is often a sign that the placenta is not working well.

Question 8

what causes low amniotic fluid levels?

Accepted Answer

Multiple things: Low amniotic fluid may happen for many reasons. Rupture of membranes or water breaking is the most obvious. Amniotic fluid can be low with dehydration. It can also be a sign of early fetal distress or fetal anomalies. As your doctor knows the whole story, he or she will be able to give reasons as to why low fluid may be happening in your case.

Question 9

can you tell me how doctors check your amniotic fluid?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: An ultrasound of the uterus is done to measure the pockets of fluid.  There are two ways to do this.  You can measure the single largest vertical pocket or you can measure the largest vertical pocket in each of 4 quadrants around the umbilicus and add them together.

Question 10

what symptoms of low amniotic fluid are the most important?

Accepted Answer

Oligohydramnios: Low amniotic fluid or oligohydramnios is a condition brought about by a decreased production of urine by the fetus either through a decreased placental perfusion or blocked urinary outlet, to name a few. It could also result from a ruptured amniotic membrane. One of the first signs of low fluid is a size-date discepancy of the growing uterus. An ultrasound will help to diagnose the condition.

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