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Week By Week Fetal Development Chart
My dr. Said i'm 5 weeks (counting from the 1st day of my last cycle), but that in reality i'm only 3 wks. Many websites offer week to week details on fetal development. Which week should I read? 3 or 5?
Usually LMP: Most are based on date of last period (lmp). If you are unsure which method the website is using, look to see what the last week is. If you date from lmp, pregnancy lasts until 40 weeks. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
Is there a big difference in fetal development and maturation if a baby was born at 31 weeks compared to 35.5 weeks?
yes: You are talking about a difference of about ten percent and the difference between the two gestational ages is significant. Most 35 weekers will do ok from a lung perspective but many 31 weekers will have resp. Issues. Both are preemie but one is much closer to term. ...Read more
Great question!: Caffeine crosses the placenta and may have fetal effects - including proarrhythmic tendency in the fetal heart and untold consequences in fetal brain development. Consumption in moderation is not contraindicated during pregnancy, however studies are lacking to assess your excellent question, namely what effect that has on the infant's character and neurolodevelopmental outcome, if any. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
PPROM!: Smoking exposes the fetus to dozens of toxins and is to be avoided entirely during pregnancy! it decreases fetal growth and causes preterm premature rupture of membranes (pprom) which can be life-threatening or altering for the fetus. ...Read more
What causes turner syndrome, noonan syndrome, & the rare klippel-fell syndrome? What happens during fetal development that causes these conditions?
A genetic accident: During formation of the egg or sperm can leave out an x chromosome in either one. A fetus whose genetic make-up includes the germ cell missing a chr. X has turner syndrome. One of 8 different genetic mutations is passed on to a fetus by 1 parent or happens spontaneously to cause noonan syndrome. 2 related genetic mutations are passed on to the fetus by 1 parent to cause klippel-feil syndrome. ...Read more
Yes: Malnutrition can definitely impair many parts of fetal development. One example is if there is a lack of folic acid, the fetal nervous system may not properly form. It is very important to be vigilant of nutrition during pregnancy and your doctor will guide you through it. ...Read more
I have choroid plexus cysts. Will this increase chance of chromosome x/y or autosomal or translocation abnormalities in fetal development of my baby?
If I got pregnant while taking klonopin and Prozac can it hurt early fetal development even if I stop as soon as I find out?
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