When it comes to the fetus, of course, the term fetal heart cannot be avoided. Some friends have this question: Does a normal fetal heart cause hypoxia? What are the symptoms of fetal hypoxia? Next, the editor will provide a detailed introduction to this aspect, hoping to be helpful to everyone. Please listen to the editor's introduction.
Does a normal fetal heart cause hypoxia
Generally speaking, a normal fetal heart rate indicates that the fetus is not hypoxic. The fetus also has sleep time, and there will be less activity during sleep. And it is recommended that you do fetal heart rate monitoring when you feel that the fetal activity is particularly low or frequent, which is more accurate.
What are the symptoms of fetal hypoxia
Firstly, abnormal fetal heart rate. A normal fetal heart rate is regular and strong, at 120-160 beats per minute. If the fetal position is normal, the husband can listen with simple instruments on the left or right side of the pregnant woman's lower abdomen, where the fetal back is located. Before the decrease in fetal movement, if the fetal heart rate exceeds 160 beats per minute, it is a signal of early fetal hypoxia; If fetal movement decreases or stops, and the fetal heart rate is less than 120 beats per minute, it is considered late stage fetal hypoxia. The location for listening to fetal heart rate should be at the designated location by the doctor, but it should be noted that if the fetal heart rate is abnormal, it should be listened to every 20 minutes; If the fetal heart rate is fast, it should be listened to again when there is no fetal movement.
Secondly, changes in fetal movement. Fetal movement is a normal physiological activity of the fetus, which can be perceived by pregnant women at 18-20 weeks of gestation. Fetal movement varies depending on the fetus, and generally quiet fetuses are softer and less frequent. Excitatory fetal movements are large and frequent. If a previously lively fetus suddenly quiets down, or if a previously quiet fetus suddenly becomes restless, with fetal movements below 10 times/12 hours or exceeding 40 times/12 hours, it is possible that there is intrauterine hypoxia in the fetus, which is caused by the fetus reducing oxygen consumption or affecting the central nervous system due to hypoxia. Pregnant women can calculate fetal movement by sitting or lying down. They should count one hour each in the morning, middle, and evening at a fixed time every day. The sum of three times multiplied by four is the 12 hour fetal movement. Therefore, pregnant women must learn how to count fetal movement in order to better monitor the condition of the fetus.
Thirdly, growth stagnates. The growth of the fetus will become delayed after hypoxia. The fetal growth can be measured by measuring the height of the uterine fundus (the distance from the pubic symphysis to the highest point of the uterine fundus). Under normal circumstances, after 28 weeks of pregnancy, the weight should increase by about 1 centimeter per week. Pregnant women can take measurements at home or at the hospital on a regular basis. If there is no growth for two consecutive weeks, further examination should be conducted.
The above is some content introduced by the editor about whether a normal fetal heart rate will cause hypoxia. I hope it is helpful to everyone. In summary, a normal fetal heart rate does not result in hypoxia, so pregnant women need not worry too much. Having a good mindset is very important, and pregnant friends must maintain a good mindset during pregnancy.
