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The fetal is 16weeks, the heart rate is 170-180+. we r very worried. how bad is it? what could be reasons n' what can it cause? how to treat? thank u!

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Normal : The fetal heart is in the normal range 110-170.

Answered 8/12/2017

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Normal: Do not worry. Reason is that's a normal heart rate. No treatment because it's abnormal heart rate. Good luck.

Answered 5/25/2014

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