My doctor prefers not to perform ultrasound unless specific indications require it. What specific indications is he looking for?
There are a number of indications that your doctor will look for. Ultrasound will be used to confirm any of the following. Vaginal bleeding. If you are experiencing vaginal bleeding at any time during your pregnancy, your doctor will perform an ultrasound to confirm that the fetus is still alive. During the second and third trimesters, ultrasound is used to confirm the position of the placenta (to confirm or rule out the possiblity of placenta previa) Gestational Age & Size. It may not be possible for your doctor to reconcile the size of your baby with the date of your last menstrual period (LMP). In order for your doctor to make a more accurate determination of the progress of the fetus, an ultrasound may be performed. Fetal Maturity. Your doctor may use ultrasound to determine the maturity of your baby. Multiple Pregnancies. Your weight and size may not be in line with your doctors expectations during your pregnancy. If your doctor suspects that you may be carrying twins, or more, an
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