Is Train Travel Safe During Pregnancy?

Posted on Wed, 29 Oct 2014

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Wed, 29 Oct 2014 Answered on

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Question : i have twin pregnency,one baby is anterior another one is posterior and low lying (posterior baby) and 1.4cm away from internal os.Is it dangerous and next week i plan for train travel of 12 hours is it safe,but my doctor says take complete bed rest,please give advice

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No Travelling

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I read your query and I understand your concerns.

Following is my reply:

1) Twin pregnancy is generally considered as high risk pregnancy and needs extra care.

2) Moreover you have low lying placenta which is just 1.4 cms away from the internal os. This predisposes to bleeding risk.

3) IN such circumstances i advice against travelling anywhere. Dont be alone at home also. If anytime you spot bleeding rush to hospital immediately without waiting a second.

4) Travelling anywhere is out of question. Take rest.

Let me know if you have anymore questions.

Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Koregol (43 hours later)

Is any chance the placenta is moving upward,some times back pain also observed,in this condition normal delivery is possible.I feel one baby is active another baby is activity is not able to feel (present 25weeks) ,i take duvadilan 10mg injection daily and tidilan 10mg tablet taking two times,it is safer for babies and what purpose of this injection,after injection i feel very discomfort.

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Stop injection and tablets

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

It is possible that placenta can move upward. It is gradual

Dcnt take these tablets and injections daily. They are not necessary. These injections are given to prevent preterm labour and are totally unnecessary for you as of now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Koregol (4 days later)

Doctor,
If i stop these injection and tablet if any chance of pre-term labour will occur.

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Twin pregnancy is associated with chances of preterm labour. But these tablets should not be taken continuously especially now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar