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Amniotic Fluid Complication
Amniotic Fluid Complication
Amniotic Fluid Complication
Too much or too little amniotic fluid in the sac around the fetus may be an assign
of a problem with the pregnancy. Too much fluid can put too much pressure on
the mother’s uterus, leading to preterm labor. This can lead to breathing
difficulties. Women who bleed in late pregnancy may be at greater risk of losing
the fetus and bleeding excessively.
Ectopic pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is the development of the fetus outside of the uterus. This
can happen in the fallopian tubes, cervical canal, or the pelvic or belly. The risk of
ectopic pregnancy in the women who have had tubal sterilization procedures,
especially women who were younger than age 30 at the time of sterilization.
Ectopic pregnancies happen in about 1 out of 50 pregnancies and can be very
dangerous to the mother.
placental complication
Under normal circumstances, the placenta attaches to the uterine wall. However,
two types of placental complications may happen including: Placental abruption
sometimes the placental becomes detached from the uterine wall too soon.
Placenta previa Normally, the placenta is located in the upper part of the uterus.
Placenta previa is a condition in which the placenta is attached close to or
covering the cervix.
Preeclampsia or eclampsia
Preeclampsia, formerly called toxemia, is characterized by pregnancy-induced
high blood pressure. It is accompanied by protein in the urine. Sometimes
swelling due to fluid retention is also present. Eclampsia is the more severe from
of this problem. This can lead to seizures, coma, or even death.