Polyhydramniosis a pregnancy condition where there is excess amniotic fluid in the womb.
Most cases wont cause serious problems for you or your baby.
Theamniotic fluidbuilds up slowly and many people barely notice the excess fluid building up.
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Many of the mild symptoms of polyhydramnios are common in typical pregnancies and go unnoticed.
Symptoms of polyhydramnios include:
Polyhydramnios can appear at any point during pregnancy.
When it develops early, there are higher chances of developing more serious complications.
This test uses high-frequency sound waves to make images of your unborn baby on a monitor.
Tests may include:
Your treatment plan will depend on whether any underlying conditions need to be treated.
Labor and Delivery
Its recommended that pregnant people diagnosed with polyhydramnios give birth in a hospital.
This allows easy access to medical attention if any complications develop while giving birth or during labor.
Most people can wait to naturally go into labor and have a vaginal delivery.
Yourwater may breakearly because of the increased pressure of the excess fluids.
After delivery, your baby will have an examination and normal testing to ensure they are healthy.
What Is the Prognosis of Polyhydramnios?
Talk with your healthcare provider or midwife about your birthing plan and any concerns that you have.
Summary
Polyhydramnios is a pregnancy condition where there is excess amniotic fluid in the womb.
Treatment depends on whether any underlying conditions are discovered that need to be treated.
Sometimes amniocentesis and/or medications are needed to reduce the amount of amniotic fluid.
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