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What Causes Lack Of Fetal Heart Rate?
Hi! Im 2 months delayed now but the doctor said i was only 5 weeks and 5 days pregnant and he havent seen any heart beat in ultrasound but he saw a flickering light. How does it happen and is there any possibilities of miscarriage because i got bleeding for more than 3 days now.thanks.
Sat, 22 Apr 2023
Hi,
During early pregnancy, the fetal heartbeat can usually be detected through ultrasound around 6 weeks gestation. However, in some cases, it may not be visible until later, closer to 7 or 8 weeks. Seeing a flickering light on the ultrasound may be an indication that the fetal heart has started beating, but it is still too early to confirm a viable pregnancy.
Bleeding during early pregnancy can be a sign of a potential miscarriage or other complications, but it is not always a definitive indication of a problem. Sometimes, bleeding can be caused by implantation bleeding, cervical changes, or other factors that are not harmful to the pregnancy.
However, if there is no fetal heartbeat detected on the ultrasound and bleeding persists, it may be an indication of a nonviable pregnancy or a miscarriage. The doctor may recommend additional ultrasounds or tests to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best course of action.
It's important to follow up with your doctor and communicate any concerns or symptoms you may have
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
During early pregnancy, the fetal heartbeat can usually be detected through ultrasound around 6 weeks gestation. However, in some cases, it may not be visible until later, closer to 7 or 8 weeks. Seeing a flickering light on the ultrasound may be an indication that the fetal heart has started beating, but it is still too early to confirm a viable pregnancy.
Bleeding during early pregnancy can be a sign of a potential miscarriage or other complications, but it is not always a definitive indication of a problem. Sometimes, bleeding can be caused by implantation bleeding, cervical changes, or other factors that are not harmful to the pregnancy.
However, if there is no fetal heartbeat detected on the ultrasound and bleeding persists, it may be an indication of a nonviable pregnancy or a miscarriage. The doctor may recommend additional ultrasounds or tests to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best course of action.
It's important to follow up with your doctor and communicate any concerns or symptoms you may have
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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