Question 1

can pregnant women eat swai fillets?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Swai is considered a good choice due to its low mercury levels. The FDA recommends that pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children should not eat fish, Shark, Swordfish, King mackerel and Tilefish from the Gulf of Mexico. Hoe that helps.

Question 2

i'm pregnant am i allowed to eat swai fish?

Accepted Answer

Fish and pregnancy: Fish to avoid during pregnancy:
swordfish
 shark
 king mackerel
 tilefish
the bigger and older the fish, the more mercury it might have.

Question 3

is pangasius(swai, basa) fish safe in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pangsius: There are some possible concerns.  Here is an excellent article on the matter.  http://oceana.org/blog/you%E2%80%99re-probably-eating-asian-catfish-without-knowing-it-should-you-be-worried

Question 4

i am craving fish but i am also over 35 and pregnant.  is it ok to eat swai and whiting during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

In moderation: Here is a list of fish that you should avoid and other fish that are safe in moderation.
http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/fishmercury.htm.

Question 5

can pregnant women safely eat swai fish?

Accepted Answer

Swai fish are: reported to have low levels of mercury so unless caught from contaminated water ways it should be fine.  See:  http://seafoodhealthfacts.org/sh-more-pregnant.php

Question 6

was boiling swai filet.saw 2 tiny thin white threads in fillet.are they worms?is it safe to eat this fillet?it was kept in freezer for a month&boiled.

Accepted Answer

Safe to eat: If the fish was fully cooked by boiling or frying, it should be safe to eat.

Question 7

is swai fish ok to eat at 10 weeks pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Fish in pregnancy: The issue with all fish in pregnancy is potential exposure to mercury. Fish has great levels of Omega fatty acids and are great sources of protein. Most recommend 2 servings per week. Avoid shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish

Question 8

what is swaying?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellar findings: Generally when one talks about swaying, they are referring to a slow side to side movement. This can occur when patients have problems of their balance centers in the cerebellum or in their vestibular apparatus. If this is a problem a neurologist may be able to help with diagnosis and treatment.

Question 9

how do they do a dexi scan?

Accepted Answer

Like an x-ray: It's like a simple x-ray - you lie in a small, partially enclosed space while the exam is performed.  Sorry, i don't have pics or video for this one!

Question 10

what is a ctg scan? what is an afi?

Accepted Answer

Fetal health: CTG is cardiotocography , a device monitoring fetal heart rate and contractions during pregnancy. Also called electronic  fetal monitor (EFM). Amniotic fluid index (AFI) is a measure of amount of amniotic fluid in cm. determined by ultrasonography and is measure of fetal health. AFI normal values 8-18.

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