Suggest Tests To Be Done When Tested Positive For Pregnancy

Posted on Sat, 29 Jul 2017

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Question : Hi Doctor,
My wife used a pregnancy detector kit and it resulted in positive today.
Please tell us the next steps to be carried out for next few weeks.

Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Shanti Vennam (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please go for a clinical consultation.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for posting your query.

Since your wife tested positive for pregnancy, further management includes a proper clinical evaluation by a specialist along with a trans-vaginal/pelvic sonogram to confirm pregnancy, the age, viability and location of the gestation sac.

This done, she is prescribed vitamins to improve general condition and also to prevent any possible neural tube defects.

She needs proper rest and sleep. Avoid intercourse during the first and last three months of pregnancy. She should also limit travel during the first trimester and avoid lifting weights.

Please have regular follow up and follow your doctor's instructions.

Hope I have answered your query. Please feel free to contact for further clarifications. I will be happy to help.

regards,
Shanti.V.

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