When the fetus is in the mother's womb, nutrition and oxygen are transported through the umbilical cord. If the fetus lacks oxygen, the consequences can be serious. Fetal hypoxia can affect brain development, and if the hypoxia is severe, it can also cause the fetus to stop developing. Pregnant women need to pay attention to the condition of the fetus in their daily lives to avoid hypoxia. So, what can be done to detect fetal hypoxia?
Whether the fetus is hypoxic can be determined by measuring the fetal heart rate. Normally, the fetal heart rate is between 120-160 beats per minute. If the fetal heart rate suddenly increases or decreases, it is abnormal and may be caused by hypoxia. It is necessary to go to the hospital for another examination immediately to confirm the hypoxia. After confirming the hypoxia, the pregnant woman needs to take oxygen immediately.
If a pregnant woman is lying on her side and feels heavy objects falling, it is also abnormal. It is highly likely that the fetus is lacking oxygen and requires timely medical examination. Pregnant women need to pay attention to fetal movement during the late stages of pregnancy. If fetal movement suddenly increases or decreases, it is also an abnormal situation, which may be caused by hypoxia.
In general, fetal hypoxia can be determined through fetal heart rate monitoring and fetal movement. If the fetus is deprived of oxygen, the impact is significant. Mild hypoxia may lead to poor brain development in the fetus, and if the hypoxia is severe, it may also endanger the life safety of the fetus.
